Welfare quality through the piglet perspective

09-11-2022 | |
piglet welfare
Good housing is one of the main principles to assess piglet welfare. Photo: Michel Velderman
Good housing and good health are 2 of the main principles of welfare quality through the piglet perspective. In recent years, animal products consumers demand higher welfare standards for piglets. Piglet welfare definitions vary depending on factors such as cultural, scientific, religious, and political background. It is assessed using various approaches with an emphasis on measurements such as the feelings-based approach, natural living, and the 5 freedoms. The Welfare Quality Protocol utili


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Samaneh Azarpajouh Author, veterinarian
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