W2 L Behavior Handling S25 d1
Page 1: Enjoyment and Introduction
Live life to the fullest, just like someone left the gate open.
Reminder to always close the gate after passing.
Page 2: Semester Kickoff
First week of the semester completed.
Positive feelings about the start of the semester.
http://go.to/funpic for a fun picture (link shared).
Page 3: Week 2 Overview
Focus on behavior and handling of animals.
Page 4: Lab Format
Lab at Hansen Center this week in an open house format.
Daily points must be submitted before leaving the lab.
Handling of various animals: sheep, pigs, dairy cows.
Dress appropriately: washable clothes and closed-toe shoes.
Layout and purpose of the lab discussed.
Page 5: Importance of Studying Behavior
Understand domestic animals for comfortable living with them.
Increase productivity from the animals.
Aim to reduce stress for both animals and handlers.
Maximize safety for humans around livestock.
Page 6: Learning Outcomes
Describe categories of both innate and learned behaviors in animals.
Explain principles for moving livestock with minimal stress.
Identify common methods of restraint and control.
Page 7: References in Behavior and Handling
Resources:
Animal Behaviour website (http://animalbehaviour.net/)
Dr. Temple Grandin's work on livestock behavior and humane slaughter (http://www.grandin.com/)
US Meat Industry resources on animal handling (www.animalhandling.org/).
Page 8: Understanding Behavior
Behavior defined as observable, coordinated responses to external stimuli.
Behavior formula: P = G + E (Performance = Genetics + Environment).
Differentiate between innate and learned behaviors.
Page 9: Types of Learned Behaviors
Habituation: Desensitization to stimuli.
Conditioning: Associative learning through cue-response-reward mechanisms.
Can be positively or negatively reinforced.
Extinction: Loss of learned behavior due to lack of reinforcement.
Imprinted Behavior: Sensitive period learning not dependent on consequences.
Page 10: Categories of Innate Animal Behavior
Ingestive: Related to food and eating.
Eliminative: Related to waste elimination.
Shelter Seeking: Natural instinct to find shelter.
Investigative: Curiosity-driven behaviors.
Agonistic: Behaviors related to fighting or aggression.
Sexual: Mating and reproductive behaviors.
Mother to Offspring: Care and bonding.
Social Organization/Dominance Hierarchy: Group behaviors.
Page 11: Utilizing Innate Behavior for Handling
Lower stress handling methods can benefit from understanding:
Flight Response: Animals' instinct to flee from danger.
Gregariousness: Social animals prefer being in groups.
Page 12: Flight Zone and Point of Balance
Importance of understanding both concepts for effective handling.
Defines animal’s comfort and space needs during movement.
Page 13: Moving Livestock
Objective: allow animals to move voluntarily with minimal stress.
Consider factors like innate movement instincts and appropriate distractions or restraints.
Page 14: Applying Flight Zone and Point of Balance
Techniques for effective animal movement include:
Awareness of return path when leaving flight zone.
Understanding the path to encourage forward movement.
Use of squeeze chutes in handling processes.
Page 15: Basic Cattle Ranch Layout (Temple Grandin)
Features of an effective cattle handling layout:
Diagonal pens, round forcing pens, and handling walkways.
Dimensions provided for various elements, ensuring smooth operations.
Page 16: The "Bud" Box
Reference to UROCHS Consulting and use of the Bud Box for improved livestock handling.
Link to a video demonstration: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=alCghJbSS-A
Page 17: Concept of Distractions
Distractions during handling should be done with intent to reduce stress.
Page 18: Common Distractions to Avoid
Drain visibility: Can lead to livestock balking.
Importance of managing the environment effectively.
Page 19: Open Door as a Distraction
An open door can serve as a common distraction in livestock handling processes.
Page 20: Additional Distractions to Consider
Puddle reflections, chain noises, shadows, etc.
High-pitched sounds, drafts, and floor objects can also affect animal behavior.
Awareness of lighting and odors is crucial for smoother handling.
Page 21: Complete Handling System
Automatic handling systems by Powder River for increased safety and efficiency.
Reference codes for various equipment offered to aid in livestock handling.
Page 22: Restraint and Control
Highlighting equipment and methods focused on safe animal restraint.
Page 23: Equipment for Equines
Specialized equipment and techniques for handling horses.
Page 24: Equipment for Canines
Overview of handling methods applicable to dogs.
Page 25: Lab Announcement
Reminder of the lab session at the Farm Bureau Arena:
Open house format; bring class notes for reference.
Dress appropriately for indoor, hands-on activities.
Page 26: Extra Slides Notice
Additional slides included for future use, not directly applicable this semester.
Page 27: Unused Content
Page retained for notes or future content.
Page 28: ERS (The Wheat Pressure Box)
Mention of the Wheat Pressure Box likely pertaining to animal handling techniques.
Page 29: Final Notes
Unused slide for potential future information.