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Breed and stall design characteristics of the 317 Ontario tie-stall study farms
| Characteristic | Number of farms | Proportion of study herds with the characteristic |
|---|---|---|
| Breed | ||
| Holstein | 282 | 89% |
| Jersey | 7 | 2.2% |
| Purebred other | 10 | 3.2% |
| Mixed herds | 18 | 5.6% |
| Stall type | ||
| Tie rail | 257 | 81% |
| Comfort stall (tombstone or arch stall) | 30 | 9.5% |
| Stanchion | 25 | 7.9% |
| Other | 5 | 1.6% |
| Use electric trainers | 240 | 76% |
| Use tail ties | 86 | 27% |
| Willing to participate in a further case study of farm | 295 | 93% |
