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Antimicrobial resistance has a huge impact on human and animal health. Antimicrobial stewardship can help to reduce the incidence and development of antimicrobial resistance through appropriate use of antimicrobials and animal management practices that reduce the risk of animals becoming sick.

SPCA Certified is committed to maintaining the highest standards of animal welfare across both farms and pet care businesses.

The use of pain relief - in its various forms - is becoming more common on New Zealand farms, and globally. There is increasing scientific evidence to show both the positive effects on animal welfare and animal productivity.

How auditing is important to the SPCA Certified programme to assure consumers of improved animal welfare on farm.

For many of us, the cost of a product is an influential factor in choosing to purchase, particularly when shopping at the supermarket. However, higher animal welfare systems, and hence higher welfare products, while more pricey, make a real difference for animal welfare.

Since 2007, Waitoa has worked with a community of Waikato farmers to raise free-range chickens with a focus on animal welfare.

Doggy daycare is not always appropriate for young puppies. Waiting until at least 16 weeks of age before puppies go to daycare will help to protect a dog’s long-term health, behaviour, and well-being.

Grooming is important to dog welfare and many dog owners seek out grooming services. Before choosing a business there are some factors owners should consider to make sure their pet will be safe and comfortable.

SPCA Certified improves dog welfare in dog daycares by holding facilities to higher standards of care than the minimum required by law, providing assurance in a largely unregulated industry.

Animal welfare certification programmes offer a tangible way people can support better animal welfare. One such example is SPCA Certified.