Understanding Cattle Behavior: Insights and Techniques for Low-Stress Handling
This educational session will cover the following topics:
1. Deep Understanding of Cattle Behavior and Temperament
2. Implementation of Low-Stress Handling Techniques
3. Adoption of Safe Handling Practices
4. Application of Stress-Minimization Methods
Dr. Désirée Gellatly is the Research Scientist for the Technology Access Centre for Livestock Production (TACLP) at Olds College. Dr. Gellatly directs and supports the scientific activities of all livestock research projects conducted by the TACLP. She is responsible for the financial and authoritative security of livestock research projects as well as preparation of research proposals/contracts and submissions, project budgeting, development and implementation of research trials, supervision of research staff, and client communications. Dr. Gellatly completed her M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Animal Science at São Paulo State University in Brazil with a focus on the assessment of cattle temperament and its relationship with feeding behaviour, feed efficiency, growth, and reproductive performance. She also carries two post-doctorates from Agriculture and Agri-Food of Canada managing projects related to beef cattle and sheep behaviour and welfare.
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Tent 5
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Dr. Désirée Gellatly, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology
