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Group housing of sows during gestation is mandatory in the EU since 2013. Compared to housing in individual crates, group housing allows the animals to express normal activity and behavior. The present paper discusses the impact of group housing on health, with emphasis on lameness, aggression and possible spread of infectious diseases. The prevalence of lameness is generally higher in sows housed...
Since 2013, group-housing of gestating sows is obligatory in all member states of the European Union. However, the alteration implemented to enhance sows' well-being harms other welfare aspects as claw lesions are more prevalent in group-housed sows compared to individually stalled sows. To avoid unnecessary distress and associated financial losses, early treatment of claw disorders is necessary....
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