1. Chapter 4: Animal Handling Needs
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2. Key Chapter Concepts:
Home-based handling systems
Treatment area-based handling systems
Animal sorting

3. Home-Based Handling Systems
Advantages
Less traumatic to cows
No additional sorting
No additional feed/manure systems
Possible decrease in mastitis
Disadvantages
Self-locking stalls strongly suggested
Self-locks create additional noise
Hard to identify animals in locks

4. Treatment Area-Based Handling Systems
Advantages
Easy access for vets
Easier if dairy is large
More affordable if dairy is large
Disadvantages
More traumatic to cows
Additional sorting required
Additional feed/manure systems required

5. Animal Sorting — Equipment
Palpation rail