Exploring the effect of play on heart rate variability as a measure of positive emotional states in pigs

Play behaviour has been suggested to be inherently rewarding for animals, inducing positive emotional states. The psychophysiological effect of emotions can be assessed through heart rate variability (HRV), serving as a proxy measure of sympathovagal balance. This study investigated how the performa...

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Main Authors: Karolína Steinerová, Annika Krause, Sarah E. Parker, Yolande M. Seddon
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2025-01-01
Series:Frontiers in Veterinary Science
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2025.1518153/full
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