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Welfare of weaned piglets

Code: 9781838795214
Arlene Garcia and John J. McGlone, Texas Tech University, USA

Chapter synopsis: Demands for improved animal welfare and animal handling systems from governments, non-government organizations and consumers are increasing. The weaning period in pork production has particular potential to positively impact animals. This chapter focuses on current practices that can be detrimental to piglet well-being, improvements to these practices, and advances in technology that could improve animal well-being, profitability and sustainability.

DOI: 10.19103/AS.2017.0013.24
£25.00
Table of contents 1 Introduction 2 Pre-weaning mortality 3 Weaning stress 4 Painful practices: castration and ear notching/tagging 5 Painful practices: tail docking and teeth clipping/resection 6 Transportation 7 New technologies 8 Conclusion 9 Where to look for further information 10 References

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