Thermography as a Non-Invasive Measure of Stress and Fear of Humans in Sheep

Thermography as a Non-Invasive Measure of Stress and Fear of Humans in Sheep

No data have been published on the use of infrared thermography (IRT) to evaluate sheep emotions. We assessed whether this technique can be used as a non-invasive measure of negative emotions. Two voluntary animal approach (VAA) tests were conducted (and filmed) on five ewes before and after being r...

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Main Authors: Simona Cannas, Clara Palestrini, Elisabetta Canali, Bruno Cozzi, Nicola Ferri, Eugenio Heinzl, Michela Minero, Matteo Chincarini, Giorgio Vignola, Emanuela Dalla Costa
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-08-01
Series:Animals
Subjects:
thermography
sheep
fear
stress
handling
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/8/9/146

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