Abstract
Highlights
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UK public has low knowledge of farm animal mutilation and application of pain relief with most knowledge about poultry.
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Acceptance of mutilation practices is low and depends on participants’ pain perception and perceived necessity for the farmer.
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Public awareness of mutilation practices can lead to more welfare-friendly husbandry without compromising meat quality.
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Consumer choice based on best practice in animal husbandry may drive demand for higher welfare products.
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UK public has low knowledge of farm animal mutilation and application of pain relief with most knowledge about poultry.
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Acceptance of mutilation practices is low and depends on participants’ pain perception and perceived necessity for the farmer.
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Public awareness of mutilation practices can lead to more welfare-friendly husbandry without compromising meat quality.
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Consumer choice based on best practice in animal husbandry may drive demand for higher welfare products.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 35-42 |
| Number of pages | 8 |
| Journal | Research in Veterinary Science |
| Volume | 128 |
| Early online date | 25 Oct 2019 |
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| Publication status | Print publication - Feb 2020 |