Animal Management and Welfare in Natural Disasters

Animal Welfare in Disasters

Animal Management and Welfare in Natural Disasters examines the needs of livestock, companion animals, and wildlife during and after natural disasters. It explains disaster impacts, emergency welfare needs, appropriate interventions, risk reduction, preparedness, and resilience. Case studies and policy discussions provide practical guidance for students, professionals, NGOs, and animal-management organizations.

Key Features

• Covers animal welfare during natural disasters
• Addresses livestock, companion animals, and wildlife
• Explains how different disasters affect animals
• Discusses emergency and post-disaster needs
• Covers appropriate animal welfare interventions
• Explores disaster preparedness and prevention
• Examines risk reduction and resilience
• Highlights the importance of animal management
• Discusses impacts on animal-dependent livelihoods
• Includes practical case studies
• Reviews public policy developments
• Explores current debates surrounding animals in disasters
• Provides an accessible introduction to disaster management
• Useful for professionals and NGOs
• Supports students studying disaster management and animal welfare