Relationship between Livestock Transportation Regulations and Animal Welfare in Ethiopia
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Livestock, Transportation Regulations, Animal WelfareAbstract
Purpose: The aim of the study was to assess the relationship between livestock transportation regulations and animal welfare in Ethiopia.
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: The study Studies show that implementing proper handling practices, adequate space allowances, and appropriate ventilation systems significantly decrease the incidence of injuries and mortality among animals during transportation.
Implications to Theory, Practice and Policy: Regulatory compliance theory, resource dependency theory and institutional theory may be used to anchor future studies on assessing the relationship between livestock transportation regulations and animal welfare, a cross-state analysis in Ethiopia. Encourage future research to adopt an interdisciplinary approach, integrating findings from physiology, economics, sociology, and law to develop a comprehensive theoretical framework. Emphasize the importance of fostering collaboration among stakeholders in the livestock transportation industry.
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