Received at: 29/6/2015 Accepted:30/7/2015 Background: Uneven growth of the horns is frequently seen in male sheep and goat of both sexes due to ecological, managemental or genetic reasons. The aim of the study: To describe the surgical complications, clinical behavior and surgical management of the horn overgrowth in sheep and goats. Methods: The study was carried out on 16 animals (8 rams and ...

background: the purpose of dehorning in cattles is to decrease injuries and increase security in farms. besides breeding managements, different chemical and physical methods are used for dehorning of livestock, depending on their age, each of which has advantages and disadvantages. objectives: this study was performed to evaluate the effects of clove oil on disbudding new born calves following ...

This paper examines the costs and benefits of selecting for polled dairy heifers versus traditional dehorning practices. Stochastic budgets were developed to analyze the expected costs (EC) associated with polled dairy genetics. The economic assessment was expanded beyond on-farm cash costs by incorporating cost and benefit estimates to generate industry-wide discussion, and preliminary economi...

Although future production of dairy goats is influenced by kid-rearing practices, little known regarding which practices maximize kid growth, welfare, and success. The objectives this survey study were to (1) identify common rearing Canadian commercial goat farms evaluate their associations with 6 farm performance indicators (2) determine if could be grouped management style on the basis compar...