The Foundation is dedicated to improving the lives of cats and dogs today while preventing harm in the future. Its mission is to end the avoidable suffering of cats and dogs.
The Foundation defines suffering as a violation of one of the Five Freedoms, a set of internationally recognized standards:
Freedom from hunger and thirst
Freedom from distress and fear
Freedom from pain, disease, or injury
Freedom from discomfort
Freedom to express normal behavior
By adhering to these principles, the Foundation strives to create a better world for cats and dogs.