Two studies have recently been published on the welfare of cull dairy cows from the Animal Welfare Program. In one, cull dairy cows were monitored from 20 farms in British Columbia. We found that most cows took three days or more to reach the slaughter plants. The study investigates the impact on duration of transport on cow condition.
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The second study monitored cull dairy cows sold at auctions in British Columbia. We assessed their health condition and the impact on sale prices. Through our research, we recommend guidelines for assessing fitness to transport culled cows.
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