Housing of Animals: Construction and Equipment of Animal Houses

Housing of Animals: Construction and Equipment of Animal Houses

A comprehensive reference on the design, construction, and equipment of housing facilities for livestock and other animals. It examines building materials, facilities, labor organization, costs, and the effects of housing systems on animal behavior, health, welfare, and the environment, incorporating scientific and technological developments in animal husbandry.

Key Features

• Animal housing systems and facilities
• Construction principles and building materials
• Design and equipment of animal houses
• Housing requirements for different animals
• Work organization and labor requirements
• Animal behavior and housing design
• Effects of housing on animal health and welfare
• Environmental considerations
• Building and accommodation costs
• Modern animal husbandry technologies
• Practical and scientific approaches to livestock housing
• Useful for agricultural engineers, veterinarians, architects, students, and farmers