Journal of Veterinary Behavior: Clinical Applications and Research
Volume 2, Issue 6 , Pages 223-229 , November 2007

Without the wisdom of Solomon or his ring: Setting standards for exhibited animals in New South Wales

  • Matthew Crane, BEc (Hons), BSc

      Affiliations

    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress reprint requests and correspondence: Matthew Crane, BEc (Hons), BSc, Animal Welfare Branch, NSW Department of Primary Industries, 161 Kite Street, Orange NSW 2800, Australia.

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PII: S1558-7878(07)00257-2

doi: 10.1016/j.jveb.2007.10.007

Journal of Veterinary Behavior: Clinical Applications and Research
Volume 2, Issue 6 , Pages 223-229 , November 2007