Timely Euthanasia in the United States Dairy Industry–Challenges and a Path Forward

Timely Euthanasia in the United States Dairy Industry–Challenges and a Path Forward

Euthanasia is a valuable management tool utilized on dairies to end the suffering of sick or debilitated cows. Euthanasia should be implemented if an animal’s pain cannot be adequately alleviated and if there is a limited chance of recovery. To be humane, euthanasia should be quick, painle...

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Main Authors: Jennifer B. Walker, I. Noa Roman-Muniz, Lily N Edwards-Callaway
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-12-01
Series:Animals
Subjects:
culling
dairy cattle
human-animal bond
timely euthanasia
welfare
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/10/1/71

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