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This
information has been developed to assist the
welfare of feral camels captured for the abattoir
trade and to provide the reader with hints to help
in the capture and handling of feral camels.
Hopefully the collection will be easier, more
rewarding and the camels will be less stressed by
the adoption of the techniques found in this
manual.
The information is divided into sections that deal
with the relevant biology of the uncontrolled herd,
methods to locate and capture camel herds, handling
freshly caught camels, feeding, transport and last
but not least the emergency destruction of captured
camels.
This information should be used only as a guide.
There are many variations of methods of capture,
handling, yard design etc., which individuals will
find are more suitable to their particular
situation. These variations should comply with the
requirements indicated in the CSIRO publication
'Model Code of Practice for the Welfare of Animals:
The Camel.'
This Association has administered various research
projects over the past 6 years and will continue to
do this to enhance the stable development of this
new industry.
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