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The aim is to evaluate cat welfare in the context of animal-assisted services and identify effective monitoring tools.

June 17, 2026Veterinary SciencesOpen Access

Assessing Cat Welfare: A Literature Review on Behavioural, Physiological and Health Parameters with a Focus on Animal-Assisted Services (AAS)

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Literature review assesses cat welfare in AAS, suggesting tools for effective monitoring.

The aim is to evaluate cat welfare in the context of animal-assisted services and identify effective monitoring tools.
A systematic search was conducted following PRISMA guidelines.
Three scoping reviews focused on health, behavior, and physiology/endocrinology related to cat welfare.
43 studies published in English (2011-2026) that assessed feline welfare were included.
2728 records were identified, with 43 meeting inclusion criteria, including 7 reviews.
Behavioural parameters were the most common indicators used, primarily through questionnaires.
Many tools available for monitoring cat welfare are context- or disease-specific and lack validation.

Russo et al. (2026) studied this question.

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