Characteristics of Loads of Cattle Stopping for Feed, Water and Rest during Long-Distance Transport in Canada

This study is the first comprehensive examination of long-haul cattle being transported across Canada and off-loaded for feed, water and rest. A total of 129 truckloads were observed at one of two commercial rest stations near Thunder Bay, Ontario. Data collected included information regarding the t...

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Published in:	Animals
Main Authors:	Hannah E. Flint, Karen S. Schwartzkopf-Genswein, Ken G. Bateman, Derek B. Haley
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2014-03-01
Subjects:	long-distance transport transportation cattle welfare rest
Online Access:	http://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/4/1/62

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