scholarly journals Automatic body condition scoring system for dairy cows based on depth-image analysis

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 45-54
Author(s):  
Kaixuan Zhao ◽  
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Anthony N. Shelley ◽  
Daniel L. Lau ◽  
Karmella A. Dolecheck ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Image Analysis ◽  
Dairy Cows ◽  
Body Condition ◽  
Scoring System ◽  
Depth Image ◽  
Body Condition Scoring ◽  
Depth Image Analysis

scholarly journals Comparison of a classical with a highly formularized body condition scoring system for dairy cattle

animal ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 8 (12) ◽  
pp. 1971-1977 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Isensee ◽  
F. Leiber ◽  
A. Bieber ◽  
A. Spengler ◽  
S. Ivemeyer ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dairy Cattle ◽  
Body Condition ◽  
Scoring System ◽  
Body Condition Scoring

scholarly journals Validation and utility of a body condition scoring system for chimpanzees ( Pan troglodytes )

2020 ◽  
Vol 82 (10) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lisa A. Reamer ◽  
Sarah J. Neal Webb ◽  
Rebekah Jones ◽  
Erica Thiele ◽  
Rachel L. Haller ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Condition ◽  
Pan Troglodytes ◽  
Scoring System ◽  
Body Condition Scoring

scholarly journals Development and implementation of a training program to ensure high repeatability of body condition scoring of dairy cows

2013 ◽  
Vol 96 (7) ◽  
pp. 4725-4737 ◽  
Author(s):  
E. Vasseur ◽  
J. Gibbons ◽  
J. Rushen ◽  
A.M. de Passillé
Keyword(s):  
Dairy Cows ◽  
Training Program ◽  
Body Condition ◽  
Body Condition Scoring ◽  
High Repeatability

scholarly journals A Study of Traveller Horse Owners’ Attitudes to Horse Care and Welfare Using an Equine Body Condition Scoring System

Animals ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 162 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rowland ◽  
Coombs ◽  
Connor
Keyword(s):  
Capacity Building ◽  
Body Condition ◽  
Scoring System ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Discussion Groups ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Body Condition Scoring ◽  
Horse Owners ◽  
Poor Welfare

Traveller horses are often perceived to be exposed to poor welfare due to Travellers’ traditional way of horsemanship. However, few studies have investigated Traveller horse welfare. Hence, the present study aims to explore Traveller horse owners’ attitudes to horse care and welfare. Semi-structured interviews and discussion groups examined 14 Irish Traveller horse owners’ attitudes and approach to horse ownership. Additionally, a body condition scoring (BCS) instrument was assessed for its accuracy and ease of use when applied by Traveller horse owners. Additionally, the BCS system was used to assess 18 horses. Results show that Travellers have a good understanding of horses’ natural behaviours and environment, which is reflected in their management practices. However, barriers to improved welfare are land availability, since landowners are often reluctant to lease to Travellers, and the impoundment of horses as a consequence of fly grazing, under the Control of Horses Act 1996 (Ireland). Furthermore, Travellers regarded the BCS as a useful tool, but would require training to apply the scoring successfully. The results suggest that attitudes and management practices are favourable, but Travellers have limited means to overcome barriers. Therefore, it is necessary to increase capacity building and assist with the acquisition of land.

Special issue on depth image analysis

2014 ◽  
Vol 50 ◽  
pp. 1-2
Author(s):  
Dmitry Goldgof ◽  
Xiaoyi Jiang ◽  
Olga Bellon
Keyword(s):  
Image Analysis ◽  
Depth Image ◽  
Special Issue ◽  
Depth Image Analysis
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