Punching a hole in the area between the toes of poultry for identification purposes. This practice is prohibited under AGW standards.

A method of identifying an animal by burning a mark onto its hide with a hot iron.

Removing the horn buds of cattle and goats using a hot iron, a tool that is heated then applied to the bud.

Handheld object also known as 'electric prod' and 'hot shot' used to administer an electric shock when an animal is touched with it. This practice is prohibited under AGW standards.

Artificial hormones implanted under the skin of the animal that give a constant slow release. This practice is prohibited under Animal Welfare Approved standards.

Something an animal or bird is motivated to do and does without being taught.

Infections that occur between the two cleats or parts of a cow or sheep's foot.

Feed regimes whereby double feed may be given on some days and no feed at all given on others. [also known as skip a day feeding]

A state of brain death from which the bird or animal cannot recover consciousness.

An infectious wasting condition of cattle and other ruminants for which there is no treatment.