Table 1.

WHOQOL domains and facets that may be applicable to animals

WHOQOL domains	Facets incorporated within domains
	Facets that may be applicable to animals	Facets that may not be applicable to animals
Physical health	Energy and fatigue Pain and discomfort Sleep and rest
Psychological health	Negative feelings Positive feelings Thinking, learning, memory, and concentration	Bodily image and appearance Self-esteem
Level of independence	Mobility Activities of daily living Dependence on medicinal substances and medical aids	Work capacity
Social relationships	Personal relationships Social support Sexual activity
Environment	Freedom, physical safety, and security Health and social care: accessibility and quality Home environment Opportunities for acquiring new information and skills Participation in and opportunities for recreation/leisure Physical environment (pollution/noise/traffic/climate) Transport	Financial resources
Spirituality/religion/personal beliefs		Religion/spirituality/personal beliefs

Abbreviation: WHOQOL, World Health Organization Quality of Life.