The Slaughter of Farmed Animals: Practical Ways of Enhancing Animal Welfare

From philosophical and ethical views on the slaughter of farmed livestock, to the intensely practical guidelines that need to be put in place to maximize animal welfare, this book provides a balance between evidence-based, scientific studies and down-to-earth practical advice. It is an important publication for government and private-industry managers, veterinarians, and animal welfare practitioners, who will be implementing improvements in the humane slaughter of livestock animals throughout the world.