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Essay Tag: welfare

23/03/2022

The effects of whale watching vessels on humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) behaviour and welfare

The effects of whale watching vessels on humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) behaviour and welfare

Author: Tianna Grant
Published: 2019
Description: This paper investigates the effects of the presence of whale watching vessels on humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) behaviour and discusses the welfare implications on the species.

23/03/2022

Leg weakness in broilers: an ever-present welfare concern

Leg weakness in broilers: an ever-present welfare concern

Author: Jessica Leigh
Published: 2019
Description: Investigates ways of producing fewer leg disorders in commercial meat chickens.

23/03/2022

An investigation of current trends in cattle dehorning and their impact on calf welfare

An investigation of current trends in cattle dehorning and their impact on calf welfare

Author: Danielle Allman
Published: 2019
Description: Discusses current best practice for pain management during calf dehorning using topical and buccal anaesthetics and analgesics; also discusses the most appropriate age for this husbandry procedure.

23/03/2022

The effect of herd size on welfare indicators in dairy cows

The effect of herd size on welfare indicators in dairy cows

Author: Daniel Poletto
Published: 2019
Description: This essay analyses recent research into the implications of herd size on animal welfare in the dairy industry.

23/03/2022

The live export of Merino sheep – a welfare and economical dilemma for Australia

The live export of Merino sheep – a welfare and economical dilemma for Australia

Author: Alexander Teh
Published: 2019
Description: A discussion of recent welfare concerns for Merino sheep exported from Australia, their implications for the live export industry, and recommendations for future voyages.

18/04/2018

Welfare of Teleosts in Transit: Advances in Stress Minimisation Techniques in the Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)

Welfare of Teleosts in Transit: Advances in Stress Minimisation Techniques in the Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)

Author: Grima, Michael Anthony
Published: 2016
Description: Management of transit-induced stress in rainbow trout

18/04/2018

Recent advances in the welfare of domestic cats (Felis catus) in animal shelters

Recent advances in the welfare of domestic cats (Felis catus) in animal shelters

Author: Jobbins, Sarah Elizabeth
Published: 2016
Description: Welfare of domestic cats in shelters

03/02/2016

Captive Asian Elephant Welfare: Recent Research into Training and Handling Methods

Captive Asian Elephant Welfare: Recent Research into Training and Handling Methods

Author: Elliott, Samantha
Published: 2015
Description: This paper explores recent research into the welfare benefits possible for captive Asian Elephants with alternatives to traditional elephant training and handling methods.

03/02/2016

Improving the Welfare of Australian Stock-herding Dogs

Improving the Welfare of Australian Stock-herding Dogs

Author: Davis, Rosemary
Published: 2015
Description: An investigation into improving stock herding-dog welfare by using environmental factors and genetics to predict training success rates, thereby minimising wastage.

03/02/2016

Welfare Issues in Free-range Laying Systems

Welfare Issues in Free-range Laying Systems

Author: Atkins, Monique
Published: 2015
Description: Explores the risk factors associated with feather-pecking in free-range systems and strategies to reduce its prevalence.

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