Behavioral and physiological changes in sows and piglets maintained in farrowing cages or open stalls during summer

• Published in: Journal of veterinary behavior Vol. 63; pp. 36 - 41
• Main Authors: Titto, Cristiane Gonçalves, Ricci, Gisele Dela
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elsevier Inc 01.05.2023
• Subjects: Cortisol; Rectal temperature; Stress; Surface temperature; Surface temperature; Cortisol; Rectal temperature; Stress

Containment cages are one of the main causes of chronic stress and reduced welfare during swine production as well as in hot environments. The objective of this study was to evaluate behavioral changes and physiological parameters in the presence or absence of cages in farrowing facilities and to de...