Exploration Feeding and Higher Space Allocation Improve Welfare of Growing-Finishing Pigs
Lack of environmental enrichment and high stocking densities in growing-finishing pigs can lead to adverse social behaviors directed to pen mates, resulting in skin lesions, lameness, and tail biting. The objective of the study was to improve animal welfare and prevent biting behavior in an experime...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2017-04-01
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| Series: | Animals |
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| Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/7/5/36 |