A scoping review on pair housing dairy calves: health and performance outcomes and tactics to reduce cross-sucking behavior

Calves raised in pairs or triplets often experience better growth performance outcomes when compared to their individually housed peers. However, veterinarians may be concerned that pair housing compromises calf health, and producers are concerned about abnormal oral behavior (e.g., cross-sucking)....

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Main Authors: Gillian D. Plaugher, Melissa C. Cantor
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2025-06-01
Series:Frontiers in Veterinary Science
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2025.1568164/full
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