Animal Welfare in a Pandemic What Does COVID-19 Tell us for the Future?

A Holistic Look at Animal Welfare in a Global Crisis

This book explores the far-reaching impact of a recent global pandemic on a wide array of animals, from those in the wild to companion and captive animals. It reviews what can be learned from these events to protect and enhance animal welfare in future epidemics, contributing to a genuinely "One Health" approach where the health and welfare of both humans and animals are considered holistically.

Key Features

• Wide-Ranging Impact: The book examines the pandemic's influence on animal infections, pet ownership, conservation efforts, and the dangers of discarded personal protection equipment (PPE) on wild animals.
• Forward-Looking Lessons: It highlights what can be learned from these events to better protect and enhance animal welfare in future epidemics and pandemics.
• Multidisciplinary Expertise: Authored by a team of experts with a wide range of expertise in Biological Sciences, Social Sciences, Animal Welfare, and Ethics.
• Holistic Approach: The book contributes to a "One Health" approach, emphasizing the interconnectedness of human and animal health and welfare.