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What is 'euthanised on welfare grounds'?
Euthanising animals 'on welfare grounds' means ending their lives humanely to prevent prolonged suffering, as was done with some bluetongue-infected animals in Scotland. This difficult decision is made when an animal's illness is severe, untreatable, or causes significant pain, ensuring the animal's wellbeing is prioritised even in difficult circumstances.
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