Welfare Parameters for the Evaluation of Breeding Stallions

Although recent studies have discussed the effects of stress on the semen of stallions (Deichsel. et. al. Theriogenology, 2015; 84:70-75; Wilson& Twigg-Flesner. Journal of Veterinary Science& Technology, 2017, 8:443), little attention is given to stallions ’ welfare. In order to include welfare indicators related to abnormal behaviours, chronic/recurrent diseases and neutrophil:lymphocyte ratio along with reproductive parameters, we evaluated 11 stallions, 4-22 years old, of different breeds during the breeding season.
Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Source Type: research