Welfare Science

Cat Welfare Research Priorities 2027

Looking ahead to feline welfare research priorities for 2027, key knowledge gaps require targeted investment to improve outcomes for cats globally.

Key Facts

Chronic pain assessment tools for cats need further validation and dissemination
Environmental enrichment evidence base requires more quantitative welfare studies
FIP treatment access disparity requires economic and policy research
Multi-cat household welfare needs comprehensive systematic investigation
End-of-life decision making tools for cats need development and validation

Welfare Considerations

Feline welfare research priorities for 2027 reflect areas where current knowledge is insufficient to guide practice optimally. Addressing these gaps through targeted research investment will generate knowledge with direct practical applications - better pain detection tools, clearer enrichment guidance, and evidence-based end-of-life decision frameworks that improve welfare outcomes for millions of cats.

What You Can Do

Support feline welfare research through donations to veterinary research programs
Advocate for feline welfare inclusion in animal welfare research funding
Participate in citizen science projects generating feline welfare data
Learn about current knowledge gaps in feline welfare science