Genome-Wide Association Study Reveals Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms Associated with Tail Length and Tail Kinks in Piglets

Tail docking is still used in pigs to reduce the prevalence of tail biting, although it is purely symptomatic and contrary to animal welfare. Genetic selection for shorter tails might, however, help to avoid tail docking and has therefore been proposed. A genetic basis for tail length is known for m...

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Main Authors: Katharina Gerhards, Christiane Egerer, Sabrina Becker, Hermann Willems, Petra Engel, Sven Koenig, Gerald Reiner
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2025-02-01
Series:Veterinary Sciences
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2306-7381/12/3/198
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