Faculty of Health and Medical Science

New publications

Welfare assessment

Rethinking the utility of the Five Domains model

This paper provides suggestions for refinement of how the Five Domains model is good for thinking about animal welfare, but is currently not fit-for-purpose as an assessment tool.

Veterinary ethics

Seeing the benefits, but not taking advantage of them: Dog and cat owners’ beliefs about veterinary telemedicine

Using a questionnaire, this study investigated dog and cat owners’ (N = 2117) use of and beliefs about telemedicine and whether beliefs impact past and expected future use.

Pork production

Willingness-to-pay for reduced carbon footprint and other sustainability concerns relating to pork production

In this 2022 questionnaire-based study, we investigated willingness-to-pay for more sustainable pork among consumers in Denmark, Germany, the UK and Shanghai, China.

Wildlife ethics

Wildlife ethics: The Ethics of Wildlife Management and Conservation

New book out September 2023: 'Wildlife ethics: The Ethics of Wildlife Management and Conservation' by Clare Palmer, Bob Fischer, Christian Gamborg, Jordan Hampton and Peter Sandøe

Making a Stand for Animals

Peter Sandøe's book review of 'Making a Stand for Animals' by Oscar Horta.

Comparison of physiological and ethological indicators and rein tension

This study is a first step to investigate the influence of riding on horses affected by Quine Headshaking Syndrome (EHS) and, in general, contributes to a better understanding of EHS.

Companion parrot welfare

The Parrot–Owner Relationship and Problem Behaviors in Parrots

This study investigates 1) the relationships between companion parrots and their human owners and 2) the associations between the relationships and potential welfare-related problems.

Perceptions of the rabbit as a low investment ‘starter pet’ lead to negative impacts on its welfare

This paper shows that many rabbits live in unsuitable conditions, and owners who perceive rabbits as low investment ‘children’s pets’ are more likely to not provide recommended resources.

Polar bear welfare

Qualitative Behaviour Assessment for zoo-housed polar bears (Ursus maritimus)

This study aimed to assess the ability of Qualitative Behaviour Assessment (QBA) to discern emotional state in zoo-housed polar bears, and further to investigate its validity through associations to behavioural and…

Polar bear welfare

A critical review of animal-based welfare indicators for polar bears (Ursus maritimus) in zoos

This review provides an overview of current valid and promising welfare indicators along with identified gaps in knowledge, relevant for the provision of a methodology for assessing and monitoring welfare of captive…