Changes in Holstein Heifer Salivary Cortisol Concentrations and Behavior after Regrouping

The objective of this study was to analyze the effect of regrouping on Holstein heifer salivary cortisol concentrations and behavior. Eighteen heifers (192.8 ± 13.6 days of age) were used during this study. Each of these heifers was introduced into a pen of older existing heifers. The heifers were a...

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Main Authors: Jadyn Denham, Amber Adams Progar
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-09-01
Series:Ruminants
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2673-933X/3/3/24