Pigs who play AND International vets test in Saskatoon

Preliminary results of research show pigs can be stimulated into engaging in play.The Western College of Veterinary Medicine and the Prairie Swine Centre are exploring the prospects of using play to improve the emotional well being of pigs and improve their resilience and performance.In one experiment the behavior of two groups of pigs provided intermittent play opportunities was compared to a control group. Dr. Yolande Seddon is an Assistant Professor Swine Behaviour and Welfare.She says the objective is to determine whether play could be stimulated and identify the physiological effects of play on the pigs.All internationally trained veterinarians hoping to practice in Canada take their final hands-on test in Saskatoon. Three times a year, the Western College of Veterinary Medicine hosts the clinical proficiency examination process for international veterinarian graduates who want to be license in Canada. It is the only location in Canada that hosts this testing.Dr. Gillian Muir explains the testing process and how this is easing some of the stress of the veterinarian shortage across Canada.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.