Samantha Kalman

Student NameSamantha Kalman

Faculty Mentor NameEmily, Miller-Cushon, Ph.D.

CollegeCollege of Agricultural and Life Sciences

MajorAnimal Sciences

MinorN/A

Research InterestsAnimal Behavior, Animal Welfare

Academic AwardsCALS Dean’s List

OrganizationsUniversity of Florida’s Pre-Veterinary Medicine Club, Sigma Alpha

Hobbies and InterestsPainting, Hiking, Biking

Research Project

The Effects of Group and Individual Housing on Dairy Calve’s Cognition and Development?

The purpose of my research is to determine the behavioral effects on dairy calves raised in different social environments. Each calf will be randomly assigned to either an individual or group housing treatment. Then they will be assessed on their ability to react to novel situations. Collecting this information can be crucial in determining a calf’s welfare and social development later in life. This research will help farmers determine whether they should group or individually house their calves.