How tall should a mink cage be? Using animals’ preferences for different ceiling heights to improve cage design

Regulations and guidelines assume that taller cages are better for mink, because they permit more diverse postures (e.g. standing upright) and freedom to move. New Canadian Codes of Practice therefore stipulate cage ceiling heights of at least 38 cm, while in Europe cages must be 46 cm or taller. However, minks’ food is placed on […]