As a complement to the concentration on negative states in welfare science, scientists are
increasingly considering the desirability of measuring positive outcomes. Since evaluation of …

The intention of the new European legislation on rooting materials for pigs is to improve the
welfare of pigs. The question is: which materials are suitable rooting materials for pigs? To …

The objective assessment of affective (emotional) state in farm livestock, especially positive
states, poses a significant challenge. In human psychology, there is evidence that affective …

This paper critically reviews the literature concerning environmental enrichment for weaner,
grower and finisher pigs housed in intensive (indoor) production systems. The thesis of our …

This scientific opinion focuses on the welfare of pigs on farm, and is based on literature and
expert opinion. All pig categories were assessed: gilts and dry sows, farrowing and lactating …

Tail biting is a serious animal welfare and economic problem in pig production. Tail docking,
which reduces but does not eliminate tail biting, remains widespread. However, in the EU …

The aim of this study is to develop a method for continuous automated detection of
aggressive behaviour among pigs by means of image processing. Five repetitions of the …

Behaviour is a significant component of well-being and should be properly considered in a
pig welfare assessment. However, interpretation of variations in behaviour is usually not …

The aims of this study were to evaluate four preventive measures and two curative
treatments of tail biting. The preventive measures were: chain, rubber hose, straw rack …

Simple Summary The welfare of farmed pigs can be improved by modifying their
environment with bedding, substrates, or objects, so that they can perform more of their pig …