Alexandra Whittaker

Alexandra Whittaker has a diverse background being trained in veterinary/animal welfare science, law, and evidence-based practice.
Alex’s research explores methods to assess animal welfare, with a focus on identifying positive animal welfare; emotions such as contentment or joy. She is actively involved in the development of cutting-edge welfare assessment methodologies that improve the practicality and reliability of welfare assessment in animals.
Given her comprehensive training and experience in animal welfare science and law, she frequently collaborates on multi-disciplinary projects working towards integrated solutions for animal welfare challenges.
Alex is committed to promoting science-based animal welfare policy development and regularly consults on science-to-policy issues both in Australia and overseas.