That is, the higher the moisture in the feed the greater the excretory shrinkage. Extreme high or low temperatures will cause livestock a certain degree of discomfort resulting in increased shrinkage. Very hot temperatures will cause rapid and excessive shrinkage. Good facilities for handling cattle will reduce shrinkage in livestock. Cattle that are chased, driven or sorted to excess because of poor facilities will shrink more than cattle that are not.
Livestock know when a person is inexperienced.
This is apparent in the cattle's actions. A few experienced cow hands will save precious pounds. Cattle are sensitive to light, movement, and sound. Loading and unloading can be a traumatic experience because of this sensitivity. Facilities should reflect the natural behaviour of cattle to follow and move in a circle.