The effects of heat stress on rumination in sheep

The effects of heat stress on rumination in sheep

Objective - To examine the effects of heat stress-stimulated respiratory frequency on rumen contractions and rumination in sheep. The animals at 40°C had lower feed intakes and dry matter digestibilities than those at 20°C. Conclusion - The cessation of panting during rumination prevents a major hea...

Full description

Saved in:
Bibliographic Details
Published in:Asia Pacific journal of clinical nutrition Vol. 17; p. S58
Main Authors: Starr, B, Godwin, I R, Lawlor, C
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: Southbank HEC Press 01-12-2008
Subjects:
Respiration
Sheep
Online Access:Get full text
Tags: Add Tag
No Tags, Be the first to tag this record!
Description
Summary:Objective - To examine the effects of heat stress-stimulated respiratory frequency on rumen contractions and rumination in sheep. The animals at 40°C had lower feed intakes and dry matter digestibilities than those at 20°C. Conclusion - The cessation of panting during rumination prevents a major heat loss mechanism.
ISSN:0964-7058
1440-6047