Intramuscular vs. Intradermic Needle-Free Vaccination in Piglets: Relevance for Animal Welfare Based on an Aversion Learning Test and Vocalizations

Intramuscular vs. Intradermic Needle-Free Vaccination in Piglets: Relevance for Animal Welfare Based on an Aversion Learning Test and Vocalizations

The aim of the present study was to compare intramuscular injection with a needle and intradermic needle-free vaccinations against porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS) in piglets at 28 days old by studying behavioral and physiological reactions. A total of 72 piglets divided into 2 s...

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Main Authors: Antoni Dalmau, Almudena Sánchez-Matamoros, Jorge M. Molina, Aida Xercavins, Aranzazu Varvaró-Porter, Israel Muñoz, Xènia Moles, Berta Baulida, Emma Fàbrega, Antonio Velarde, Joaquim Pallisera, Alba Puigredon, Alexandra Contreras-Jodar
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2021-08-01
Series:Frontiers in Veterinary Science
Subjects:
animal welfare
aversion test
behavior
needle-free vaccination
pain indicators
piglets
Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2021.715260/full

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