Preliminary investigation of some physiological responses of Bos indicus heifers to surgical spaying

Petherick, J. Carol; McCosker, Kieren; Mayer, David G.; Letchford, P; McGowan, Michael

doi:10.1111/j.1751-0813.2011.00696.x

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“…In contrast, haptoglobin concentrations were higher for four days in flank-operated animals, suggesting longer-lasting adverse effects on welfare from flank spaying than WDOT spaying (Petherick et al, 2011). Mortality was 1.5 % and 2.5 % for the WDOT and flank method, respectively.…”

Section: Castrationmentioning

confidence: 86%

“…Spayed Brahman (Bos indicus) 2 year-old heifers showed pain-related behaviours and higher cortisol for 6 h post-procedure, and body weights and gains were significantly lower in the spayed compared with control heifers at days 21 and 42, independently of the method used, indicating comparable levels of pain and stress (McCosker et al, 2010;Petherick et al, 2011).…”

Section: Spaying (Ovariectomy)mentioning

confidence: 99%

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Scientific Opinion on the welfare of cattle kept for beef production and the welfare in intensive calf farming systems

2012

EFSA Journal

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Information given in previous Opinions "Welfare of cattle kept for beef production" (SCAHAW, 2001) and "The risks of poor welfare in intensive calf farming systems" (EFSA, 2006) is updated and recent scientific evidence on the topics reviewed. Risks of poor welfare are identified using a structured analysis, and issues not identified in the SCAHAW (2001) beef Opinion, especially effects of housing and management on enteric and respiratory diseases are reviewed. The Opinion covers all systems of beef production, although the welfare of suckler cows or breeding bulls is not considered. The Chapter on beef cattle presents new evidence and recommendations in relation to heat and cold stress, mutilations and pain management, digestive disorders linked to high concentrate feeds and respiratory disorders linked to overstocking, inadequate ventilation, mixing of animals and failure of early diagnosis and treatment. Major welfare problems in cattle kept for beef production, as identified by risk assessment, were respiratory diseases linked to overstocking, inadequate ventilation, mixing of animals and failure of early diagnosis and treatment, digestive disorders linked to intensive concentrate feeding, lack of physically effective fibre in the diet, and behavioural disorders linked to inadequate floor space, and co-mingling in the feedlot. Major hazards for white veal calves were considered to be iron-deficiency anaemia, a direct consequence of dietary iron restriction, enteric diseases linked to high intakes of liquid feed and inadequate intake of physically effective fibre, discomfort and behavioural disorders linked to inadequate floors and floor space. © European Food Safety Authority, 2012 KEY WORDSBeef cattle welfare, welfare of calves in intensive farming systems, risk assessment, updates. SUMMARYFollowing a request from the European Commission, the Panel on Animal Health and Welfare (AHAW) was asked to deliver a Scientific Opinion on the welfare of cattle kept for beef production and of calves in intensive farming systems.The European Commission is in the process of evaluating the European Union policy on animal welfare, taking account of socio-economic and trade issues. The overall aim is to improve the welfare of animals. To this end, the Commission requested EFSA to give an independent view on animalbased measures for the assessment of welfare in cattle, pigs and poultry. Before starting this work for beef cattle and calves, the Commission requested an update of scientific evidence relating to the welfare of cattle kept for beef production and calves in intensive farming systems; in particular, to consider the extent to which the conclusions and recommendations of two previous Scientific Opinions were still valid. These Opinions were the "Welfare of cattle kept for beef production" (SCAHAW, 2001) and "The risks of poor welfare in intensive calf farming systems" (EFSA, 2006).The SCAHAW (2001) Opinion "The Welfare of Cattle kept for Beef Production" differed from EFSA Opinions, in that it did not includ...

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Section: Castrationmentioning

confidence: 86%

Section: Spaying (Ovariectomy)mentioning

confidence: 99%

Scientific Opinion on the welfare of cattle kept for beef production and the welfare in intensive calf farming systems

2012

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“…Heifers may undergo bilateral ovariectomy or 'spaying' to prevent pregnancy and, in feedlots, the resulting mounting and higher activity levels associated with estrus (AVMA, 2011). Evidence suggests that both flank and vaginal approaches cause pain (Petherick et al, 2011(Petherick et al, , 2013) that may be long-lasting. Indeed, spaying results in reduced weight gain for at least 6 weeks compared with unsprayed controls (McCosker et al, 2010).…”

Section: Alternatives To Painful Proceduresmentioning

confidence: 99%

Beef cattle welfare in the USA: identification of priorities for future research

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Anim. Health. Res. Rev.

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This review identifies priorities for beef cattle welfare research in the USA. Based on our professional expertise and synthesis of existing literature, we identify two themes in intensive aspects of beef production: areas where policy-based actions are needed and those where additional research is required. For some topics, considerable research informs best practice, yet gaps remain between scientific knowledge and implementation. For example, many of the risk factors and management strategies to prevent respiratory disease are understood, but only used by a relatively small portion of the industry. This is an animal health issue that will require leadership and discussion to gain widespread adoption of practices that benefit cattle welfare. There is evidence of success when such actions are taken, as illustrated by the recent improvements in handling at US slaughter facilities. Our highest priorities for additional empirical evidence are: the effect of technologies used to either promote growth or manage cattle in feedlots, identification of management risk factors for disease in feedlots, and management decisions about transport (rest stops, feed/water deprivation, climatic conditions, stocking density). Additional research is needed to inform science-based recommendations about environmental features such as dry lying areas (mounds), shade, water and feed, as well as trailer design.

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“…The authors of a small preliminary study using Bos indicus heifers conclude that their methods are suitable for a larger study to assess welfare effects of different methods of spaying 4 …”

Section: Production Animalsmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Preliminary investigation of some physiological responses of Bos indicus heifers to surgical spaying

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Scientific Opinion on the welfare of cattle kept for beef production and the welfare in intensive calf farming systems

Scientific Opinion on the welfare of cattle kept for beef production and the welfare in intensive calf farming systems

Beef cattle welfare in the USA: identification of priorities for future research

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