Evidence-based welfare assessment frameworks adapted for goats in commercial and smallholder settings.
Goat welfare assessment provides a systematic framework for identifying welfare problems before they progress. AWIN goat protocols assess body condition, lesions, locomotion, cleanliness, and behavioural indicators. Welfare-focused goat management implements regular welfare audits using validated tools, benchmarks performance against standards, and prioritises improvements based on assessment findings. Welfare assessment drives improvement rather than simply documenting current status.