Friend or foe? Understanding pig aggression

The phenomenon of pig aggression may be more complex than it seems at the first glance. Why does the animal behave it does – and is it really aggression that is driving him, or is it something else? Let’s try to acquire a deeper understanding of pig behaviour, writes pig welfare expert Dr Monique Pairis-Garcia. The study of animal behaviour, also known as ethology, is an exciting field to work in as the behaviour of the pig is a fascinating subject that continues to evolve and change. Pig b