American Humane Certified™: Third-Party Verified Humane Animal Care
An overview of American Humane’s animal-welfare programs, certifications, and how our auditing team, Validus, verifies humane practices across production.
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What Is the American Humane Certified Program?
American Humane is dedicated to the welfare of animals, promoting humane practices across various sectors, including agriculture. The American Humane Certified program is a flagship initiative that sets high standards for the treatment of farm animals, ensuring they are raised in humane conditions.
Validus and American Humane: A Collaborative Partnership
Since January 2008, Validus has served as the largest third-party auditor for the American Humane Association’s farm animal welfare program. Our partnership with American Humane Certified underscores our commitment to upholding the highest standards of animal welfare through rigorous auditing processes.
What Does American Humane Certified Mean?
The American Humane Certified program is designed to ensure that farm animals are treated with respect and care throughout their lives. Key components of the program include:
Humane Handling
Ensuring animals are treated with kindness and respect at all stages of their lives.
Welfare Standards
Adherence to science-based welfare standards that focus on the physical and psychological well-being of animals.
Transparency
Regular audits and assessments to maintain certification, providing assurance to consumers that the products they purchase come from farms that prioritize humane treatment.
Why American Humane Certification Matters
Consumer Trust
The certification provides consumers with confidence that the meat and dairy products they purchase come from farms committed to animal welfare.
Market Demand
As consumer awareness of animal welfare grows, certified products can tap into a premium market that values humane practices.
Brand Integrity
Brands that carry the American Humane Certified label can differentiate themselves in the marketplace, appealing to ethically-minded consumers.
Learn More About American Humane Certified
To further explore the American Humane Certified program and its impact on farm animal welfare, we encourage you to visit humaneheartland.org. Here, you can find comprehensive information about their standards, benefits, and how they contribute to the humane treatment of animals on farms.
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