In 2019, over 1.6 billion live animals (ovines, bovines, poultry and pigs) were transported across the EU and beyond its borders. Conditions during these journeys vary, depending on many factors, including the size of the consignment, the means of transport, the design and equipment of the vehicle, the time of year (temperature), and especially the duration (journeys to third countries can sometimes last days). Each animal species has its specific physiology and behaviour, therefore their welfare needs in transport are different. Certain categories of animals, such as young calves, lactating cows, unweaned animals and pregnant females, are particularly vulnerable and have higher welfare needs.

animal welfare (T)

DG EPRS

EPRS publication (T)

EPRS - Protecting vulnerable animals from illegal transport

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