Working animals

• What are the welfare implications associated with working animals?

  They face unique demands and challenges
• What industries use animals commercially?

  Agriculture, Fashion, Entertainment, Research
• Name a welfare concern in commercial animal industries.

  Overcrowding
• How can animal care professionals reduce welfare issues?

  Implement legislations and educate the public
• What defines a "working animal"?

  Trained to perform tasks benefiting society
• What tasks do working animals perform?

  Transportation, security, therapy, rescue
• What is the role of guide dogs in society?

  Provide mobility assistance for the visually impaired
• What are key welfare points for guide dogs?

  Need for rest, nutrition, and health checks
• Name a breed commonly used as guide dogs.

  Labrador Retrievers
• What is the role of Pets as Therapy (PAT) dogs?

  Provide emotional support in various settings
• What welfare considerations are important for PAT dogs?

  Monitor stress levels and ensure comfort
• What is the role of sniffer dogs in society?

  Detect explosives, drugs, and aid in conservation
• Name a breed commonly used as sniffer dogs.

  Springer Spaniels
• What welfare needs do sniffer dogs have?

  Regular stimulation and balanced work-rest schedules
• How do the environments of sniffer dogs differ in airports and conflict zones?

  Airports are controlled; conflict zones are unpredictable
• What is the role of search and rescue dogs?

  Locate survivors in disasters and missing persons
• Name a breed commonly used as search and rescue dogs.

  Border Collies
• What welfare considerations are important for search and rescue dogs?

  Regular vet check-ups and recovery time
• What roles do military and police dogs perform?

  Detect explosives, track suspects, provide protection
• Name a breed commonly used as military and police dogs.

  Belgian Malinois
• What welfare considerations are critical for military and police dogs?

  Regular conditioning and stress monitoring
• What tasks do draught animals perform?

  Heavy labour in agriculture and transportation
• What welfare concerns exist for draught animals?

  Risk of overwork and injuries
• What is the role of gun dogs in society?

  Assist hunters by retrieving and tracking game
• Name a breed commonly used as gun dogs.

  Labrador Retrievers
• What welfare considerations are important for gun dogs?

  Must acclimate to loud gunfire and terrains
• What are common welfare risks for working animals?

  • Physical demands (injuries, exhaustion)
  • Mental stress (overstimulation, fear, burnout)
  • Environmental risks (extreme weather, unsuitable equipment)
  • Limited retirement plans or after-care options
• What practical strategies can mitigate welfare risks for working animals?

  • Improved training methods using positive reinforcement
  • Scheduled work-rest cycles to prevent overwork
  • Use of appropriate gear (padded harnesses, protective boots)
  • Health monitoring programs with regular veterinary checks
  • Enrichment activities to support mental well-being
• What should individuals or society consider about using animals for work?

  Ethical treatment of working animals
• What is a key takeaway from the lesson on working animals?

  Consider ethical treatment of working animals