Genetics and the Behavior of Domestic Animals 3rd Edition
By Temple Grandin
Genetics and the Behavior of Domestic Animals 3rd Edition PDF offers the latest and most valuable information on animal science and behavioral genetics, carrying on the book’s legacy since its original publication in 1998. This book synthesizes research from behavioral genetics and animal and veterinary science, bridging the gap between these fields. The objective is to show that principles of behavioral genetics have practical applications to agricultural and companion animals. The continuing domestication of animals is a complex process whose myriad impacts on animal behavior are commonly under-appreciated. Genetic factors play a significant role in both species-specific behaviors and behavioral differences exhibited by individuals in the same species. Leading authorities explore the impact of increased intensities of selection on domestic animal behavior. Rodents, cattle, pigs, sheep, horses, herding and guard dogs, and poultry are all included in these discussions of genetics and behavior, making this book useful to veterinarians, livestock producers, laboratory animal researchers and technicians, animal trainers and breeders, and any researcher interested in animal behavior. Genetics and the Behavior of Domestic Animals, Third Edition is the most valuable resource for researchers and practitioners in animal and veterinary science, animal behavior, genetics, ethology, and similar fields. Advanced undergraduate and graduate students in these disciplines will also benefit from the global expertise featured in this newest edition.
Provides full and thorough updates to all chapters, ensuring dissemination of the latest data and research
Synthesizes research from behavioral genetics, animal science, and veterinary literature
Broaches fields of behavior genetics and behavioral research
Includes practical applications of principles discovered by behavioral genetics researchers
Covers many species ranging from pigs, dogs, foxes, rodents, cattle, horses, and cats
Table of Contents
Behavioral genetics and animal science
Behavioral genetics and animal domestication
How studying interactions between animal emotions, cognition, and personality can contribute to improve farm animal welfare
Genetics and behavior during handling, restraint, and herding
Reproductive and maternal behavior of livestock
Factors influencing the expression of behavior in the domestic dog
From mind to genome: the effect of domestication on dog cognition and genetics
Genetics of domesticated behavior in dogs and foxes
Behavioral genetics in pigs and relations to welfare
Behavior genetics of the horse (Equus caballus)
Genetic selection of poultry to improve welfare
Genetic influences on the behavior of chickens associated with welfare and productivity
