| 1. Freedom from thirst, hunger and malnutrition |
By providing ready access to fresh water and a diet to maintain full health and vigour |
| 2. Freedom from discomfort and exposure |
By providing an appropriate environment including shelter and a comfortable resting area |
| 3. Freedom from pain, injury, and disease |
By prevention or rapid diagnosis and treatment |
| 4. Freedom from fear and distress |
By ensuring conditions and treatment which avoid mental suffering |
| 5. Freedom to express normal behaviour |
By providing sufficient space, proper facilities and company of the animal’s own kind |
