Zoo Animals

Zoo Five Domains Adoption

The Five Domains model is being adopted by leading zoo accreditation bodies globally raising minimum welfare standards.

Key Facts

Evidence-based research supports welfare improvements in zoo five domains adoption
Millions of animals benefit from better zoo animals welfare practices
Individual actions and policy change both drive welfare improvements
Science, advocacy, and consumer choice are all important levers for change
Progress is achievable and measurable across this welfare domain

Welfare Considerations

Five Domains adoption improves zoo animal welfare at scale.

What You Can Do

Support accreditation bodies adopting Five Domains
Evaluate zoos using Five Domains criteria
Learn about positive welfare indicators
Donate to zoo welfare science research