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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Main Authors: Esben Østergaard Eriksen, Martin Friis Sejersen, Ken Steen Pedersen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-02-01
Series:BMC Veterinary Research
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12917-024-03888-1