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Development of an obstetric simulator for small ruminants for the acquisition of important skills for proper and animal-friendly lambing care in small ruminants and its integration into training and teaching (Project)
For learning practical skills, it is very important to repeat hand movements frequently. However, due to animal welfare considerations, clinical practice of lambing techniques can only be performed by a limited number of learners and not several times on the same animal. In contrast to the small and large animal sectors, few simulators are available for practicing skills on sheep and, as things...
Funding period: 2023 - 2026
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Formation of a network to develop an animal welfare concept considering sensory perception of cows as an experimental farm exploring innovative husbandry and management solutions for dairy cows and their offspring (Project)
Extensive investments in new and updated barns for dairy cows within the last years could improve the conditions of animal husbandry. However, there is further need to upgrade livestock farming in terms of animal welfare and health. Particularly, for cows around parturition and for calves the prevalence of diseases is not acceptable. The complex influences on animal welfare and health require an...
Funding period: 2021 - 2024