Question

Which is an advantage of loose housing for dairy cattle?

• A. Higher construction cost
• B. Difficult estrus detection
• C. Better exercise for animals
• D. Higher labor requirement

Hint:

Link loose housing with freedom, low cost, better heat detection, and less disease.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Loose housing means animals are kept in an open paddock with sheds. It allows cattle to move freely, promoting natural behavior and better health. Better exercise reduces lameness, increases fertility, and helps detect heat easily because animals interact freely. In contrast, conventional barn systems restrict movement as cows are tied in stalls, leading to stress and higher labor costs for cleaning. Also, loose housing is cheaper to build.