Denmark presents 23 animal welfare initiatives

The Danish government yesterday presented the "Together for Animals" plan, which includes 23 initiatives to promote the well-being of animals, both companion and production animals. This Plan is expected to be brought to the Danish Parliament for consensus. Among the initiatives of the plan, highlight: Pigs: Promote greater survival of piglets and sows. Avoid tail cutting Anesthesia prior to castration of pigs loose bristles More employee training Bovine: Promote outdoor stables Phase out of stalls where animals are tethered Greater pain control when dehorning calves Poultry: Support plan for earlier elimination of cages in layers Detection of sternum fractures in laying hens Promote slower growing chickens and curb the purchase of fast growing chickens Propose a ban on fast-growing ...