Olfactory enrichment using a maternal pheromone improved post-weaning pig performance and behavior

The post-weaning environment in commercial pig nursery buildings is typically devoid of both the sow and her semiochemicals. Among other factors, the loss of maternal odors may contribute to post-weaning stress. In this work, we report four studies (studies 1-4) using 192 weaned pigs to evaluate the...

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Main Authors: Courtney Archer, Arlene Garcia, Madelyn Henderson, John J. McGlone
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2022-11-01
Series:Frontiers in Veterinary Science
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2022.965370/full