(prevention and rapid treatment).
The gold standard for welfare is the originally developed for livestock but now applied across the board: (prevention and rapid treatment)
(access to fresh water and a healthy diet). (prevention and rapid treatment)
(sufficient space and proper facilities). (prevention and rapid treatment)
Despite the progress, the 21st century presents massive challenges for animal advocates:
Issues like "puppy mills" and the abandonment of pets continue to strain the resources of shelters and rescues.
The scale of industrial agriculture makes maintaining individual welfare difficult, leading to debates over "ag-gag" laws and environmental impact.