WELFARE ASPECTS OF THE LONG DISTANCE TRANSPORTATION OF CATTLE

EVANGELIA N. SOSSIDOU, D. M. BROOM, L. T. CZISZTER, R. GEERS, G. GEBRESENBET, E. SZŰCS

Abstract


This paper sets out to examine the facts behind the trade of long distance transportation of cattle. In particular it looks at the various welfare implications during handling and transport with examples from research work on cattle. The role of the science is explained and the methodology for assessing the welfare of animals is then presented. Finally, public concerns and legal position are presented as they play an important role to promote farm animal welfare principles during transportation.


Keywords


cattle; transport; welfare

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