Tail posture and motion as a possible indicator of emotional state in pigs

In the current study, the aim was to investigate whether tail posture and motion can be an indicator of the emotional state of pigs and if the tail posture of the pig is affected by social breeding value (SBV), coping style and/or housing. Emotional state can be defined in two dimensions: valence an...

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Main Author: Groffen, Jordy
Format: H2
Language:Inglés
Swedish
Published: SLU/Dept. of Animal Environment and Health (until 231231) 2012
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