The Slaughter of Farmed Animals: Practical Ways of Enhancing Animal Welfare

The Slaughter of Farmed Animals

A practical reference examining animal welfare during the slaughter of farmed animals and approaches for improving welfare outcomes. Edited by Michael Cockram and Temple Grandin, the book explores practical strategies for reducing stress, pain, and suffering while promoting humane handling and slaughter practices.

Key Features

• Focuses on animal welfare during slaughter
• Examines practical ways to enhance welfare outcomes
• Addresses humane handling and slaughter practices
• Explores methods for reducing stress, pain, and suffering
• Considers welfare throughout the slaughter process
• Provides practical guidance for improving animal handling procedures
• Highlights approaches to welfare assessment and management
• Supports the development of more ethical and welfare-conscious practices
• Useful for veterinarians, animal welfare professionals, researchers, and slaughter-industry personnel