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Enhancing Dairy Cattle Welfare: Join the Upcoming DCWS Symposium in Guelph

Explore the forefront of animal welfare at the Dairy Cattle Welfare Symposium (DCWS) in Guelph. This three-day event will bring together dairy producers, veterinarians, researchers, and students to discuss innovative approaches to dairy welfare. Engage with recognized speakers and participate in hands-on demonstrations covering key topics such as dairy cattle feeding management, housing implications, and pain detection. The symposium aims to position Canada as a leader in dairy welfare research and education. Don't miss this unique opportunity to further your knowledge and network in the field!

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Enhancing Dairy Cattle Welfare: Join the Upcoming DCWS Symposium in Guelph

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  1. DCWS Background Information • Animal welfare is a complex issue • Growing concern for animal agriculture • Symposium an opportunity to highlight Canada as a leader in dairy welfare research and education • DCWS will be targeted towards: • Dairy Producers • Veterinarians • International Researchers • Equipment and Animal Health Industry Personnel • Students

  2. DCWS Agenda • 3 day symposium • A variety of nationally and internationally recognized speakers • Submitted oral and poster presentations on new innovative research • Hands on demonstrations on a variety of welfare issues • Interactive approach • Live Webinar available

  3. DCWS Topics • Assessment and Guidelines for dairy cattle welfare • Public awareness of dairy cattle welfare • Welfare related to dairy calf feeding, housing and health

  4. DCWS Topics • Welfare implications of dairy cattle housing management • Welfare implications of dairy cattle feeding management • Management of lameness and other health problems for dairy cattle welfare • Detection and management of pain in dairy cattle

  5. DCWS Location • Delta Hotel in Guelph • OMAFRA -1 Stone Road • Clinical Skills Building – Univ. of Guelph

  6. DCWS Organizing Committee • Ken Leslie -University of Guelph • Trevor DeVries - University of Guelph • Amy Stanton - University of Guelph • Derek Haley - University of Guelph • Neil Anderson - OMAFRA • Marina (Nina) von Keyserlingk - UBC • Dan Weary - UBC • Ian Rumbles - CanWest DHI • Brian Lang - OMAFRA • Harold House - OMAFRA • Penny Lawlis - OMAFRA • Tina Widowski - Campbell Centre for the Study of Animal Welfare

  7. Organizing Partners DCWS Partners

  8. Contact Us • Email: info@dairycattlewelfaresymposium.ca • Website: to be launched by Nov 30, 2011 www.dairycattlewelfaresymposium.ca • On Facebook

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