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Aroha:

All living things possess an inherent dignity and mauri. Animals are due respect, love, and rights. Humans have a duty of care towards the animals they interact with. They should not be violated or exploited, and their distress and pain should be minimised.

Whanaungatanga:

All living things are interconnected. We should live in reciprocal relationships with animals. The deep, ancestral connection Māori have with the land and its inhabitants must be respected.

Tikanga:

Societal systems, cultural practices, and traditional knowledge shape and are shaped by our relationship with animals. Engagement with companion animals is a privilege, not a right.