Review of rearing-related factors affecting the welfare of laying hens
Abstract
Laying hens may face a number of welfare problems including: acute and chronic pain caused by beak trimming; exaggerated fearfulness that may cause stress and suffocation; difficulties in locating resources, resulting potentially in emaciation and dehydration; frustration and boredom, caused by an environment that is barren; feather pecking; cannibalism; foot lesions; and bone fractures. In Europe, a greater proportion of laying hens are housed...
Paper Details
Title
Review of rearing-related factors affecting the welfare of laying hens
Published Date
Jul 1, 2015
Journal
Volume
94
Issue
7
Pages
1454 - 1469
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