Dairy Cows Activity under Heat Stress: A Case Study in Spain
Published in 2021
Scientific paper on work to assess the effects of heat stress on the behaviour of dairy cows using activity sensors to record 6 different behaviours, ambient temperature and humidity. It shows that raised temperatures and a higher heat index lead to an increase in general activity, changes in feeding habits and a decrease in rumination and resting behaviours, all of which are detrimental to animal welfare.
Document Types: Scientific paper
Animal categories: Bovines
Keywords:Animal-based measurements, Precision farming, Welfare indicators, Stress