animalwelfarerules
nounUK /ˈænɪməl ˈwɛlfeə ruːlz/
US /ˈænɪməl ˈwɛlfer ruːlz/
Rules that keep animals safe, healthy, and happy.
The zoo follows animalwelfarerules to make sure the lions have enough space and food.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Laws that say how farm animals must be treated.
The new animalwelfarerules require farmers to give pigs more room to move.
3. Guidelines for people who keep pets at home.
Animalwelfarerules say you must walk your dog every day and give it fresh water.
4. Standards used by shelters and rescue groups.
The rescue center checks animalwelfarerules before letting someone adopt a rabbit.