Cow
A female bovine animal that has borne a calf.
Crush
A device specifically designed to hold an animal safely during a procedure that requires restraint of the animal.
Cubicle
Partitioned compartment in a building, usually with a raised curb of a size that allows one dairy animal to enter and lie down.
Culling
Permanent removal of animals or birds from a herd or flock.
De-beaking
The removal of part of the beak or bill of birds. This practice is prohibited under AGW standards. (see also de-billing, beak clipping, tipping and trimming)
De-billing
The removal of part of the beak or bill of birds. This practice is prohibited under AGW standards. (see also de-billing, beak clipping, tipping and trimming)
Debris
Anything that would not naturally occur in the environment in which it is found. Debris could include scrap metal, garbage or fallen tree branches which could cause a risk to…
De-clawing
The removal of the claws or toes of birds. This practice is prohibited under AGW standards. (see also De-toeing)
De-toeing
The removal of the claws or toes of birds. This practice is prohibited under AGW standards. (see also De-clawing)
Dehorning
The removal of an adult animal's horns (see also disbud). This practice is prohibited under AGW standards.
