The Dairy Podcast Show - Dr. Rebecca Meagher: Improving Dairy Cattle Welfare | Ep. 116
Nov 05, 2024
In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Dr. Rebecca Meagher from Dalhousie University discusses the intricacies of animal welfare, focusing on dairy cattle. Dr. Meagher explores practical ways to enhance natural behaviors, reduce stress, and improve the well-being of dairy herds. Tune in now, available on all major platforms.
What will you learn:
- Measuring animal welfare
- Natural behavior expression
- Social housing benefits
- Enrichment for dairy cattle
- Future industry practices
Meet the guest:
Dr. Rebecca Meagher is an Associate Professor in Animal Welfare at Dalhousie University. With a BSc in Zoology from the University of Toronto and a Ph.D. in Animal Science from the University of Guelph, Dr. Meagher focuses on how housing and management affect the welfare and behavior of captive animals, particularly dairy cattle and farmed mink. Her research explores the impact of social environments and environmental enrichment on stress, cognition, and productivity, with a special focus on early-life management.
Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn
