Endorphins implicated in stereotypies of tethered sows

Cronin, G.M.; Wiepkema, P.R.; van Ree, J.M.

Experientia 42(2): 198-199

1986


ISSN/ISBN: 0014-4754
PMID: 3948975
Document Number: 268645
The study presents evidence that the stereotypies of tethered sows are associated with the release of endorphins. This is the first indication that stereotypies may be an effective coping strategy.

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