NA 159

DIN Standards Committee Services

CEN/TC 452/WG 2
Lifetime welfare

Standards in this area aim at a lifetime welfare of the dog (healthy, happy and socially behaving assistance dogs). Lifetime welfare (standards) which will include the following topics (at least): - breeding - selection (incl. medical tests) - puppy rearing & development - puppy walking program & education - ongoing healthcare, aging and welfare - kennel facilities - kennel enrichment - exercise - recording health and performance issues to inform future breeding programmes - dog care and welfare assessment - ongoing training, behavioural and social opportunity needs throughout life course - criteria for meeting welfare needs for retirement and post retirement.

National mirror committee of CEN/TC 452/WG 2

Committee ID Name
NA 159-08-01 AA Services - Assistance dogs