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Publication Date: January 1, 2000
Reference: Prairie Swine Centre Annaul Report 2000 pp. 27-28
Country: Canada
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The causal factors of some anomalous behaviours frequently found in early weaned piglets are not well known. A study was conducted to assess the motivation for belly nosing in piglets weaned at 12-14 days. The results showed that belly nosing is more associated with social interaction rather than eating or drinking behaviour.
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