Essays about: "cow-calf bonding"

Found 3 essays containing the words cow-calf bonding.

1. 1. Evaluation of bonding and maternal behaviours in cattle : swedish dairy cows in a cow-calf contact system

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Animal Environment and Health

   Author : Elin Svensson; [2022]
   Keywords : cow-calf contact; cow-calf bonding; maternal behaviours; preference test; dairy production;

   Abstract : In today’s commercial dairy production, it is common practice to separate the cow and calf a few hours after parturition. There is, however, increased interest from both farmers and consumers, to keep the cow and calf together for a longer period while still maintaining dairy production, because it is perceived as more animal friendly. READ MORE

3. 2. Lying behaviour of lactating dairy cows in a cow-calf contact system

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Animal Nutrition and Management

   Author : Claire Sydney Wegner; [2021]
   Keywords : cow-calf contact system; dairy cattle; lying behaviour; welfare;

   Abstract : Conventional dairy farming practices usually involve the early separation of calves from their dams. Cow-calf contact (CCC) systems may offer an alternative rearing solution that allows for the expression of natural behaviours, such as suckling and bonding. READ MORE

4. 3. Social behaviour and sociability traits of dairy calves raised in a cow-calf contact system : cow-calf together project

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Animal Environment and Health

   Author : Maria Mwebaza Nabukalu; [2021]
   Keywords : cow-calf contact system; socialization; animal welfare; sociality; sociability; dairy calves; affiliative and antagonistic behaviours;

   Abstract : Calves are usually separated from their dams a few hours after birth, placed in individual house pens, cages or hutches and fed on milk replacer. This system has many welfare and ethical implications on the dam and calf, especially as regards to their bonding and natural behaviours. READ MORE