Welfare evaluations of nonhuman animals in selected zoos in the Philippines
Publication Type: |
Journal Article |
Year of Publication: |
2005 |
Authors: |
RR Almazan, RP Rubio, G Agoramoorthy |
Publication/Journal: |
Journal of Applied Animal Welfare Science |
Keywords: |
animal welfare, cage size, philippines, zoos |
Abstract:
This study evaluated 3 zoos in the Philippines: the Wildlife Rescue Center and Mini Zoo, Manila Zoological and Botanical Garden, and Cavite Botanical and Zoological Park to determine the standards of nonhuman animal welfare. The study measured and compared the cage sizes of various animals to the international minimum standards. According to the categories of management and husbandry, the 3 zoos showed a significant difference on the mean scores of ranking. The Wildlife Rescue Center and Mini Zoo ranked first, followed by Manila Zoo and Cavite Zoo. Although most cages in the 3 zoos followed acceptable minimum standards, the study identified several problems related to animal welfare, hygiene, husbandry, and management. Based on the evaluations, the study recommended that the 3 zoos improve animal welfare standards.