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O bem-estar animal tem sido amplamente reconhecido como um indicador fundamental da qualidade dos sistemas de alojamento, particularmente em contextos de abrigo onde os animais se encontram em situação de vulnerabilidade. Para entender as condições de bem-estar dos cães alojados no Santuário Animal Vida Boa, em Vila Real aplicou-se o Shelter Quality Protocol, enquadrado nos princípios do Welfare Quality®. A avaliação baseada neste protocolo incide sobre indicadores ao nível do santuário, da box e do indivíduo, tendo sido avaliadas 30 boxes e 40 cães. Como complemento foi realizada uma análise SWOT, com o objetivo de identificar fatores internos e externos com potencial influência no bem-estar animal.
De forma global, os resultados evidenciaram condições favoráveis ao bem-estar, com disponibilidade de água limpa, cama ou abrigo, proteção climática e baixa frequência de sinais clínicos e comportamentos repetitivos. No que diz respeito à avaliação individual, destacou-se a predominância de condição corporal adequada, pelagem limpa, ausência de alterações cutâneas e respostas maioritariamente sociáveis, embora tenham sido observados alguns casos de claudicação em cães geriátricos. A análise SWOT corroborou esta apreciação globalmente positiva, permitindo, contudo, identificar aspetos passíveis de melhoria, como a predominância de alojamento individual, o potencial impacto do piso em terra e da acumulação sazonal de lama no conforto de alguns animais, bem como a necessidade de monitorizar o efeito do contacto visual permanente entre cães.
Com os resultados obtidos pode-se afirmar que o santuário apresenta, um contexto globalmente favorável ao bem-estar dos cães, mas também tendo ainda alguma margem para melhorar através de medidas práticas de maneio, enriquecimento ambiental e adaptação das infraestruturas.
Abstract: Animal welfare has been widely recognized as a fundamental indicator of the quality of housing systems, particularly in shelter contexts where animals are in a vulnerable situation. In order to assess the welfare conditions of dogs housed at Santuário Animal Vida Boa, in Vila Real, the Shelter Quality Protocol was applied, within the framework of the Welfare Quality® principles. This protocol-based assessment focuses on indicators at the shelter, enclosure, and individual levels, with a total of 30 enclosures and 40 dogs evaluated. Additionally, a SWOT analysis was conducted to identify internal and external factors with the potential to influence animal welfare. Overall, the results revealed conditions favorable to animal welfare, including the availability of clean water, bedding or shelter, climatic protection, and a low frequency of clinical signs and repetitive behaviors. Regarding the individual assessment, most dogs showed an adequate body condition, clean coat, absence of skin alterations, and predominantly sociable responses, although some cases of lameness were observed in geriatric dogs. The SWOT analysis supported this generally positive assessment, while also identifying areas for improvement, such as the predominance of individual housing, the potential impact of dirt flooring and seasonal mud accumulation on animal comfort, as well as the need to monitor the effects of constant visual contact between dogs. Based on these findings, it can be concluded that the sanctuary provides an overall environment favorable to the welfare of dogs, although there remains room for improvement through practical management measures, environmental enrichment, and infrastructure adjustments.
Abstract: Animal welfare has been widely recognized as a fundamental indicator of the quality of housing systems, particularly in shelter contexts where animals are in a vulnerable situation. In order to assess the welfare conditions of dogs housed at Santuário Animal Vida Boa, in Vila Real, the Shelter Quality Protocol was applied, within the framework of the Welfare Quality® principles. This protocol-based assessment focuses on indicators at the shelter, enclosure, and individual levels, with a total of 30 enclosures and 40 dogs evaluated. Additionally, a SWOT analysis was conducted to identify internal and external factors with the potential to influence animal welfare. Overall, the results revealed conditions favorable to animal welfare, including the availability of clean water, bedding or shelter, climatic protection, and a low frequency of clinical signs and repetitive behaviors. Regarding the individual assessment, most dogs showed an adequate body condition, clean coat, absence of skin alterations, and predominantly sociable responses, although some cases of lameness were observed in geriatric dogs. The SWOT analysis supported this generally positive assessment, while also identifying areas for improvement, such as the predominance of individual housing, the potential impact of dirt flooring and seasonal mud accumulation on animal comfort, as well as the need to monitor the effects of constant visual contact between dogs. Based on these findings, it can be concluded that the sanctuary provides an overall environment favorable to the welfare of dogs, although there remains room for improvement through practical management measures, environmental enrichment, and infrastructure adjustments.
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Bem-estar animal cães de abrigo Shelter Quality Protocol Welfare Quality análise SWOT animal welfare shelter dogs SWOT analysis
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