Cattle welfare code

​​Jersey has a code of practice for the welfare of cattle. The code is intended to ensure the welfare of animals and to encourage those responsible for looking after these animals to adopt the highest standards of husbandry.

5 basic needs

The code of practice takes account of 5 basic needs, known as the ‘5 Freedoms’. The ‘5 Freedoms’ are:

• freedom from hunger and thirst
• freedom from discomfort
• freedom from pain, injury or disease
• freedom to express normal behaviour
• freedom from fear or distress

Additional guidelines

• tethers
• ventilation
• temperature
• mechanical equipment
• unwanted infant calves
• fire prevention

Further information

Code of practice for the welfare of cattle
Code of practice for the welfare of cattle, Portuguese translation