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Development and evaluation of an interactive case-based training tool for timely on-farm euthanasia decision-making in swine [PDF]
Porcine Health ManagementTimely and humane euthanasia is essential to safeguard animal welfare on pig farms, yet studies in Brazil and other major pig-producing countries reveal persistent uncertainty and inconsistency in on-farm decision-making.
Cesar Augusto Pospissil Garbossa
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Timely Euthanasia in the United States Dairy Industry–Challenges and a Path Forward [PDF]
Animals, 2019 Euthanasia is a valuable management tool utilized on dairies to end the suffering of sick or debilitated cows. Euthanasia should be implemented if an animal’s pain cannot be adequately alleviated and if there is a limited chance of recovery.
Jennifer B. Walker +2 more
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Clinical Reasoning About Timely Euthanasia of Compromised Pigs [PDF]
Veterinary SciencesIn traditional livestock care, veterinarians often face situations where they have to determine the optimal time for euthanasia to prevent unnecessary suffering and pain.
Julia Kschonek +3 more
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Perceptions of swine euthanasia among Brazilian caretakers from non-integrated swine farms [PDF]
Frontiers in Veterinary ScienceTimely and humane euthanasia is crucial for animal welfare on swine farms, yet challenges persist in its implementation, particularly in Brazil, where the responsibility often falls to caretakers lacking training. This study aimed to assess the knowledge,
Cesar Augusto Pospissil Garbossa
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Overcoming barriers and understanding the psychological impact of timely pig euthanasia on Spanish-speaking swine caretakers in the United States [PDF]
Frontiers in Veterinary ScienceIntroductionThis study explores the complex experiences of Spanish-speaking swine caretakers with euthanasia, focusing on mental health, stress, burnout, and the impact of cultural factors.MethodsWe conducted qualitative focus groups with Spanish ...
Arlene Garcia, Mcglone John J
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283 Timely Euthanasia on Farm; Dairy Cattle and Swine [PDF]
J Anim Sci, 2021 Abstract Euthanasia of mature swine and cattle can be challenging. On-farm euthanasia should be used as a tool to eliminate pain and suffering. However, clear guidelines regarding making euthanasia decisions and alternative euthanasia techniques available for use is limited in the United States (US).
Pairis-Garcia M, Robles I.
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Dairy workers' attitudes toward dairy cattle euthanasia
Journal of Dairy Science, 2023 : Implementing timely and humane euthanasia in dairy farms remains a critical concern. One of the possible barriers for the implementation of timely euthanasia on-farm is dairy workers' attitudes toward the act.
Victoria R Merenda +2 more
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Journal of Dairy Science, 2023 : This study described the development of an interactive euthanasia training program and its potential to improve dairy workers' perceived euthanasia decision-making skills and awareness of timely euthanasia by using a survey instrument before and after ...
Victoria R Merenda +2 more
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Conceptual barriers to palliative sedation: insights from focus group interviews with specialist palliative care professionals [PDF]
BMC Palliative CareBackground Palliative sedation is considered an essential measure when other methods cannot provide sufficient symptom control in end-of-life. Prior research suggests that health care professionals find boundaries between palliative sedation, routine ...
Solveig Torvund +3 more
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Journal of Veterinary Medical Education, 2018 With extensive knowledge and training in the prevention, management, and treatment of disease conditions in animals, veterinarians play a critical role in ensuring good welfare on swine farms by training caretakers on the importance of timely euthanasia.
Monique Pairis-Garcia +2 more
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