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Julia Stoffregen¹, Tristan Winkelmann¹, Bettina Schneider¹

¹Institute of Biometry, Epidemiology and Information Processing (IBEI), WHO-CC for Health at the Human-Animal-Environment Interface, University of Veterinary Medicine, Foundation, Hannover, Bünteweg 2, 30559 Hannover, Germany.

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Euthanizing sick pigs is difficult for farmers and vets. Uncertainty about healing and a lack of clear clinical signs often delay euthanasia decisions, highlighting a need for better guidelines.

Keywords:

attitudes challenges clinical reasoning clinical signs decision-making justification pigs timely euthanasia

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Area of Science:

Veterinary Medicine
Animal Welfare Science
Agricultural Ethics

Background:

Euthanasia decisions for compromised pigs present significant challenges for farmers and veterinarians.
Understanding these challenges is crucial for improving animal welfare and ethical practices in pig farming.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the challenges and decision-making processes surrounding pig euthanasia in Germany.
To identify common clinical signs and influencing factors affecting euthanasia decisions.

Main Methods:

A cross-sectional online survey utilizing a hybrid design was conducted.
Responses from 39 veterinarians and 62 pig farmers were analyzed.

Main Results:

Uncertainty about healing potential and misinterpretation of clinical signs were key reasons for delayed euthanasia.
Lack of valid clinical signs and clear justification were frequently cited challenges.
Economic and personal considerations influenced farm-level decision-making.

Conclusions:

There is a need for a validated taxonomy of clinical signs in compromised pigs to aid euthanasia decisions.
Further research on the justification of euthanasia decisions can help resolve ethical dilemmas.
Training in clinical reasoning and consultation skills is recommended for pig farmers and veterinarians.