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J. Anim Sci. 1972. 34:180-182.
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Space Allowance for Lactating Ewes Confined to Slotted Floors When Penned With Single or Twin Lambs

L. A. Arehart1, J. M. Lewis2, F. C. Hinds2 and M. E. Mansfield3

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 61801

Abstract

This work reports research studying the influence of space allowances of 0.93 m2 and 1.11 m2 per ewe mothering either single or twin lambs. Space allotment had no significant effect on gain of suckling lambs when penned as twins or as singles; however, four animals died in one replicate where animal density was highest. Ewes and lambs adjusted well to the slotted floors, and low temperatures caused no apparent discomfort.

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1 Department of Animal Science, Kansas State University, Colby Station, Colby.

2 Department of Animal Science.

3 Department of Veterinary Research.






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