Long Term Benefits on Social Behaviour after Early Life Socialization of Piglets

Long Term Benefits on Social Behaviour after Early Life Socialization of Piglets

Early life socialization of piglets has been shown to reduce piglet aggression at weaning, but information on sow health and long-term benefits is lacking. We aimed to assess how socialization impacts sow udder quality and long-term pig behaviour and growth. At two weeks of age, 65 litters either ex...

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Main Authors: Irene Camerlink, Marianne Farish, Rick B. D’Eath, Gareth Arnott, Simon P. Turner
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-10-01
Series:Animals
Subjects:
ontogeny
social behaviour
pig
socialization
animal welfare
early life
aggression
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/8/11/192

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