Sökning: "dustbathing"

Hittade 2 uppsatser innehållade ordet dustbathing.

1. 1. Perch and litter preferences in chicks

   Master-uppsats, SLU/Dept. of Animal Environment and Health

   Författare :Cecilie Bramgaard Kjaersgaard Nielsen; [2018]
   Nyckelord :animal welfare; behaviour; perch preference; litter preference; poultry;

   Sammanfattning : There is a lack of research on the litter and perch preferences of chicks during the first three weeks of their lives. The purpose of this study was to identify which perch and litter types the chicks preferred, if their preference changes over time and if the preference of litter types change depending on the specific behaviours. LÄS MER

3. 2. Comparison of behaviour and health of two broiler hybrids with different growth rates

   Master-uppsats, SLU/Dept. of Animal Environment and Health

   Författare :Sofia Wilhelmsson; [2016]
   Nyckelord :Broiler; chicken; welfare; health; behaviour; gait; fear; perching; dustbathing;

   Sammanfattning : Until recently fast growing broiler hybrids have been used exclusively in both conventional and organic broiler production in Sweden. This study aimed to quantify differences in behaviour and health between a fast growing hybrid (Ross 308) and a slower growing hybrid (Rowan Ranger). LÄS MER