Veterinary · Small Animals
A study of bonobos estimates that moving on two legs could fit into a varied movement repertoire without creating an immediate energy constraint. The findings suggest early human ancestors may have incorporated bipedalism before it became highly efficient.
Merino sheep that had grown slowly before weaning gained weight faster after receiving targeted feed and parasite control. They later remained heavier than comparison sheep, produced more wool and generated an estimated net return of A$6.24 per head across the flock.
A study of routine hoof-trimming records from Southern Italian dairy farms found that lesions were more common on cows’ hind feet, especially the outer hind claw. Digital dermatitis was the most frequently recorded lesion among 11,408 lesions.
