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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Ellie Coleman, Rebecca Scollen, Beata Batorowicz, David Akenson
Summary: This paper examines a selection of 21st-century international examples of exhibited visual artworks involving animals and explores the risks and benefits of unique encounters between animals and art. It discusses the ethical implications of artworks deploying animals due to the lack of explicit laws in animal protection regulations. The study provides insights into the intentional use of ethically sourced animals in art practice to address human-animal imbalances, while also identifying unethical practices that should be avoided regardless of the artists' political statements in support of animal welfare.
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Agronomy
Mariarita Cammarata, Giuseppe Timpanaro, Alessandro Scuderi
Summary: This research focuses on assessing the sustainability performance of farms in environmental, economic, and social dimensions, providing farmers with a tool to understand key areas for improvement. The farms follow principles of agroecology and organic farming, showing satisfactory levels of sustainability.
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Rochelle Morton, Michelle L. Hebart, Rachel A. Ankeny, Alexandra L. Whittaker
Summary: News media plays a significant role in shaping public understanding and perception of animal welfare law. The media can indirectly influence reform efforts by guiding and shaping public opinion, especially when it comes to penalties for animal cruelty.
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Gabor Loraszko, Szilvia Vetter, Bence Racz, Peter Sotonyi, Laszlo Ozsvari
Summary: The public often expresses dissatisfaction with the work of animal welfare authorities. We investigated the police's practices in handling animal cruelty and asked NGOs for their views. The police generally act quickly and with caution, but the public's opinions are largely based on their concerns. Most police officers consider animal cruelty to be somewhat important, but animal welfare NGOs consider it extremely important. The NGOs have negative views on the police's treatment of animal cruelty, believing that only a small percentage of reports result in action by the prosecuting authority.
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Liana R. R. Moss, Sloane M. M. Hawes, Katherine Connolly, Morgan Bergstrom, Kaleigh O'Reilly, Kevin N. N. Morris
Summary: This study aimed to understand community engagement from the perspective of animal control and field services officers. The results showed that definitions of community engagement varied greatly among the officers. They shared barriers, best practices, and future directions for community engagement efforts. Further research should establish a consistent definition of community engagement and tailor it to specific communities.
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Veterinary Sciences
Carmen Glanville, Jennifer Ford, Rebecca Cook, Grahame J. Coleman
Summary: The study found that residents in high reporting LGAs have more affection for animals and are more concerned about animal mistreatment, but show no significant differences in other variables. Participants in regions with high prevalence did not exhibit lower levels of affection or concern for animal mistreatment. Regional differences were found in caring for one's own animals and concern for mistreatment of different species, while gender effects were also common.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2021)
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Food Science & Technology
Ingo Birkle, Jeanette Klink-Lehmann, Monika Hartmann
Summary: This study uses structural equation modeling to investigate the public acceptance of fattening pig, beef cattle, and broiler husbandry, finding the roles of trust, animal treatment concerns, and perceived benefits.
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Stephanie Janet Schneidewind, Diana Meemken, Susann Langforth
Summary: This study investigated and compiled the list of measures and penalties for animal welfare violations at German abattoirs based on the opinions of official veterinarians. It also gathered information on past cases and procedural outcomes to identify flaws in law enforcement. The findings aim to contribute to reducing animal welfare violations and achieving a more consistent enforcement of animal welfare laws in Germany.
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Environmental Sciences
Ka Yan Man, Ka Lai Chow, Yu Bon Man, Wing Yin Mo, Ming Hung Wong
Summary: The use of biochar as a feed additive has been shown to have positive effects on animal growth performance, blood profiles, egg production, pathogen resistance, and methane reduction in ruminant animals. Additionally, the high sorption capacity of biochar efficiently aids in removing pollutants and toxins from animals' bodies and farm environments. It is anticipated that biochar will see increased use in animal farming, with potential applications in the medical and human health sectors as well.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
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Engineering, Chemical
Yingnan Cao, Xiaoxia Yang, Fang Yang, Ying Sun, Qianqian Wang, Futian Ren, Lei Nie, Weiying Feng
Summary: Global warming has had a significant impact on human life, with animal husbandry being a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions and playing a vital role in the global greenhouse gas budget. This study focused on Inner Mongolia, a significant contributor to emissions, to explore the link between greenhouse gas emissions and animal husbandry in the region and propose low carbon emissions reduction measures. The results showed fluctuating greenhouse gas emissions from 2010 to 2020 in Inner Mongolia, with the main sources being gastrointestinal fermentation and faecal management.
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Rochelle Morton, Alexandra L. Whittaker
Summary: In Australia, animal welfare protection is the responsibility of each state and territory, resulting in eight separate legal frameworks. These frameworks consist of primary legislation and subordinate legislation, which contain crucial details for regulating human-animal interactions and industry practices. This study provides a comprehensive reference of all animal welfare regulations and codes of practice in Australia, allowing practitioners to easily access relevant documents and understand their responsibilities. The benefits of storing this information on an online database for the animal industry are also discussed. The state-based approach to animal welfare regulation in Australia leads to inconsistency and this study aims to provide a better understanding of the overall animal welfare laws by collating subordinate legislation. A total of 201 pieces of subordinate legislation were identified, covering companion, production, wild/exotic, and entertainment animals. Despite differences between jurisdictions, similar welfare concerns are protected in higher-order legislation. National data collection could help address common shortcomings across jurisdictions.
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Abbie Loader, Paul Rose
Summary: This study observed the flock position and association preferences of juvenile Greater Flamingos and Caribbean Flamingos in zoos using photography records. The results showed that juvenile Greater Flamingos preferred to associate with individuals of their own age and were mostly positioned at the periphery of the flock, while juvenile Caribbean Flamingos did not segregate themselves from adults. Therefore, it is recommended to provide spacious enclosures in zoos to allow young flamingos to separate from adults and avoid the negative effects of high aggression rates.
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Melissa N. Hempstead, Taylor M. Lindquist, Jan K. Shearer, Leslie C. Shearer, Paul J. Plummer
Summary: There is a rapid expansion of dairy goat farming in the Midwestern United States, but limited information is available for producers in this region. This study surveyed 30 dairy goat farms to gain insight into husbandry practices related to health, welfare, and production and to identify areas for future research. The study highlighted the need for research in areas such as pain relief for husbandry practices, education and training programs, early kid management, and hoof trimming.
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Ria van Dyke, Melanie Connor, Amy Miele
Summary: A survey of veterinarians in New Zealand revealed that most veterinarians believe that a multimodal approach is the most effective method for managing perioperative pain in calves, while also identifying barriers that may hinder the use of pain management on-farm. Demographic differences were found to influence veterinary perceptions towards perioperative pain management, but overall there is considerable support among veterinarians for improving pain mitigation in calves and strengthening minimum provisions for calf welfare.
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Environmental Sciences
Jeremy Lowe, Ayse Ercumen, Chris Prottas, R. Angela Harris
Summary: Animal ownership can have financial and nutritional benefits, but also poses risks of infections and unsanitary conditions. A study in rural Western Uganda examined indicators for poultry feces management and their social determinants. The study found that the number of poultry owned was associated with free-roaming and enclosure practices, as well as wealth. The research highlights the importance of considering indicators for corralling and feces disposal practices in future studies on animal feces management.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)