Farm Animal Welfare

Cattle Welfare and Welfare Progress

Reviewing cattle welfare progress provides evidence that improvement is achievable and sustainable. Celebrating genuine advances motivates continued advocacy.

Key Facts

UK cattle antibiotic use has decreased by over 70% since 2015
Lameness awareness campaigns have improved treatment rates in many dairy herds
Pain management for dehorning is now standard practice in many countries
Automated monitoring technologies are enabling more consistent welfare monitoring
Consumer and retailer pressure has driven higher welfare commitments from major supply chains

Welfare Considerations

Cattle welfare progress is real and measurable. Each improvement builds momentum and demonstrates that determined advocacy, good science, and consumer pressure translate into genuine welfare gains for millions of animals.

What You Can Do

Document and share cattle welfare progress to demonstrate what is achievable
Support organisations with track records of successful cattle welfare campaigns
Apply lessons from successful interventions to current welfare challenges
Maintain ambition for further improvement while acknowledging genuine progress