Design and testing of add-on prototypes for transport containers to improve the loading process for end-of-lay hens and catchers

Depopulation of end-of-lay hens can result in stress and injury for both hens and catchers. A pilot study was assessed to optimise hen and catcher well-being during loading. Two add-on prototypes for attaching to transport container drawers were tested on five commercial aviary farms: prototype 1 (m...

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Main Authors: Femke Delanglez, Anneleen Watteyn, Bart Ampe, Gunther Antonissen, Jan Detand, Wout Verroens, Frank Tuyttens
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Cambridge University Press 2025-01-01
Series:Animal Welfare
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Online Access:https://www.cambridge.org/core/product/identifier/S0962728625100201/type/journal_article
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