Factors that Influence Resting Time as an Indicator of Cow Comfort in Lactating Dairy Cows

Authors

  • A. Villarroel Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR 97331
  • B. J. Krahn Department of Animal Sciences, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR 97331

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21423/aabppro20114067

Keywords:

animal welfare, rest, comfort, housing, environment, management strategies

Abstract

Resting time is commonly accepted as an indicator of cow comfort. Current knowledge establishes that cows need to rest as much as possible to produce milk at their genetic potential. In order to evaluate the best housing and management strategies to maximize cow comfort, it is necessary to first establish factors that influence resting time in lactating dairy cattle and determine which of those are manageable.

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Published

2011-09-22

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2011

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