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Essay Tag: Animal Welfare

18/02/2015

A Review of Current Methods used to control Free-roaming Cat Populations and their Effects on Feline Welfare

A Review of Current Methods used to control Free-roaming Cat Populations and their Effects on Feline Welfare

Author: Hodges, Laura
Published: 2011
Description: Assesses different methods for controlling free roaming cat populations, with cat welfare in mind.

18/02/2015

Bycatch Mitigation Strategies in Pelagic Longline Fisheries: An aid to the Welfare of the Loggerhead Turtle (Caretta caretta)

Bycatch Mitigation Strategies in Pelagic Longline Fisheries: An aid to the Welfare of the Loggerhead Turtle (Caretta caretta)

Author: Schaffer, Louise
Published: 2011
Description: Examines ways of reducing the numbers of loggerhead turtles accidentally caught in commercial fishing. Hook shape and type of bait are considered.

18/02/2015

Welfare Problems, including Chronic Hunger, in Broiler Breeders

Welfare Problems, including Chronic Hunger, in Broiler Breeders

Author: Bartlett, Peter
Published: 2011
Description: Discusses the need to address welfare issues in broiler chickens which have arisen because of the modern need for rapid growth.

18/02/2015

Improvements in the Welfare and Behaviour of Intensively Raised Pigs (Sus scrofa domesticus)

Improvements in the Welfare and Behaviour of Intensively Raised Pigs (Sus scrofa domesticus)

Author: Rees, Peter
Published: 2011
Description: Examines measures to improve the welfare of intensively raised pigs in recent years.

18/02/2015

The Importance of Reducing Stocking Density to Improve Broiler Welfare

The Importance of Reducing Stocking Density to Improve Broiler Welfare

Author: Bahal, Pooja
Published: 2011
Description: Demonstrates that reducing stocking density on broiler farms will significantly improve broiler welfare.

18/02/2015

Welfare of Layer Hens: Recent Developments and Implications for Freerange Production

Welfare of Layer Hens: Recent Developments and Implications for Freerange Production

Author: O’Reilly, Rachel
Published: 2011
Description: Looks at ways to balance welfare needs with disease prevention in layer hens. Issues such as feather pecking and improving psychological well-being within layer flocks are examined.

18/02/2015

Alternative Solutions to Beak trimming in Layer Hens to Reduce Feather pecking and Improve Welfare

Alternative Solutions to Beak trimming in Layer Hens to Reduce Feather pecking and Improve Welfare

Author: Keyes, Smantha
Published: 2011
Description: Suggests ways to reduce the significant welfare problem of feather pecking in layer hens.

18/02/2015

Cooling Cattle: Combating Heat Stress in a Changing Climate

Cooling Cattle: Combating Heat Stress in a Changing Climate

Author: Aitken, Joanna
Published: 2011
Description: Considers ways of reducing heat stress in cattle using evaporative methods such as sprinklers.

18/02/2015

Pedigree Dogs: Welfare Concerns and the Way Forward

Pedigree Dogs: Welfare Concerns and the Way Forward

Author: Boyd, Tegan
Published: 2011
Description: Discusses the welfare problems faced by pedigreed dogs as a result of the quest for adherence to breed standards.

18/02/2015

Piglets and Weaning: Improving Welfare of Piglets by means of Diet and Environment

Piglets and Weaning: Improving Welfare of Piglets by means of Diet and Environment

Author: Yoshimura, Kasumi
Published: 2011
Description: Investigates tools for improving the management of piglets during weaning, with the aim of reducing stress and improving welfare. RSPCA Australia Pig Welfare Science Prize 2011

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