Cage enrichment to minimize aggression in part-time group-housed female breeding rabbits

In most rabbit farms, breeding does kindle and nurse their kits in single-litter cages throughout their entire reproduction cycle. However, the protective behavior can lead to aggressive displays and injuries when the does are housed in groups. This study aimed to evaluate cage enrichment for reduci...

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Main Authors: Liesbeth G. W. Van Damme, Nusret Ipek, Jan Verwaeren, Evelyne Delezie, Frank A. M. Tuyttens
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2024-06-01
Series:Frontiers in Veterinary Science
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2024.1401021/full