Preference of Ram Lambs Raised on Different Bedding Materials
In sheep production, the choice of bedding materials affects production, animal growth, and animal welfare; therefore a balance must exist between animal comfort, and well being, cleanliness, and efficiency. This study investigated the preference of weaned ram lambs raised on three bedding materials (Sand, Straw, and Wood shavings) and Cement floor. A total of Eight (8) ram lambs (10-15kg) were randomly housed in a pen that was subdivided into 4 areas. Three of these areas had 1 of the 3 type...
Heat Tolerance Attributes of Locally Adapted Chicken in the Derived Savannah Zone of Nigeria
This study was carried out to determine the effect of genotype on the rectal temperature, respiratory rate, and pulse rate of locally adapted chickens in the derived savanna zone of Nigeria. A total of two hundred and eighty-eight (288) chickens were used for this study. These consisted of 96 birds each of normal feather, frizzle feather and Fulani ecotype chicken genotypes.