A discussion of stereotpyic behaviour in horses, its management, and welfare implications
Author: Dampney, Anne Published: 2003 Description: Examines repetitive behaviour such as crib-biting and weaving in horses.
Essay Tag: Animal
Dog training: new developments and research
Dog training: new developments and research
Author: Cotton, Eloise Published: 2004 Description: Discusses how training improves human understanding of animal behaviour, and ultimately fosters better behaviour in dogs.
Feather Pecking in Laying Hens: Causes and Solutions
Feather Pecking in Laying Hens: Causes and Solutions
Author: Craig, Matilda Published: 2008 Description: Examines factors that may influence the development of feather pecking in laying hens.
Advances in Environmental Enrichment for the Welfare of Grower Pigs
Advances in Environmental Enrichment for the Welfare of Grower Pigs
Author: Donald, Angus Published: 2008 Description: Looks at ways of improving the welfare of intensively managed pigs by providing environmental enrichment.
The ‘Happy Equine Athlete’: How the Science of Equitation seeks to Improve the Welfare of Horses
The ‘Happy Equine Athlete’: How the Science of Equitation seeks to Improve the Welfare of Horses
Author: Bailey, Claire Published: 2008 Description: Examines training methods used in equitation, especially those using pressure, and how they impact on the welfare of horses.
Nutritional Effects on Serotonin and Behavioural Aggression in Dogs
Nutritional Effects on Serotonin and Behavioural Aggression in Dogs
Author: Robson, Kate Published: 2008 Description: Looks at the possibility that aggression in dogs can be controlled by changes in diet.
The use of Electric Shock Collars vs. Other Training Methods: Efficacy, Stress, and Welfare Concerns
The use of Electric Shock Collars vs. Other Training Methods: Efficacy, Stress, and Welfare Concerns
Author: Englert, Kristy Published: 2008 Description: Investigates dog training techniques that improve welfare, reduce problem behaviours and strengthen the owner-dog relationship.
Harmful Social Behaviours in Pigs – Is Environmental Enrichment the Solution?
Harmful Social Behaviours in Pigs – Is Environmental Enrichment the Solution?
Author: Moss, Catherine Published: 2006 Description: Animal welfare essay. Harmful Social Behaviours in Pigs – Is Environmental Enrichment the Solution?
Assessment of pain in cats
Assessment of pain in cats
Author: Bigby, Sarah Published: 2007 Description: Animal Welfare Essay: Outlines the problems in recognising the often subtle signs of pain in cats, and in asssessing pain. Looks at using a behavioural scoring system to reliably assess pain in cats.
Feather pecking in laying hens
Feather pecking in laying hens
Author: Wan, Yuen Ting Marcia Published: 2002 Description: Animal welfare essay. Feather pecking in laying hens