ISSN:
1432-2072
Keywords:
Azaperone
;
Acetylpromazine
;
Sheep
;
Open-field behaviour
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract The behaviour of individual Romney ewes in an open field was observed after intramuscular injection of isotonic saline or two doses of azaperone (0.5, 1.0 mg/kg) or acetylpromazine (0.1, 0.25 mg/kg). Azaperone significantly reduced the distance travelled, urination, and the time spent walking. However it increased nosing of the walls and floor (investigation). Azaperone also increased the numbers of sheep seen grazing and pawing and decreased the number heard vocalizing at least once. The only effect acetylpromazine had was to reduce the number of sheep heard vocalizing. The main results were interpreted as supporting a superior reduction of emotional behaviour by azaperone. It was therefore suggested that, as with pigs, azaperone might be useful for treating stress in sheep.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00426609
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