The cotton swab method: an accurate and less invasive way to assess fecal consistency in weaned pigs
Abstract Background Researchers and pig veterinarians are interested in assessing pigs’ fecal consistency. This study developed a standardized protocol and scale for the cotton swab method, which is a way of assessing the fecal consistency in pigs. The accuracy of the cotton swab method was evaluate...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2024-02-01
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Series: | BMC Veterinary Research |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12917-024-03888-1 |