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Molecular characterization of canine circovirus based on the Capsid gene in Thailand
BackgroundCanine circovirus (CanineCV) is a single-stranded circular DNA virus that infects domestic and wild canids in many countries. CanineCV is...
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Preliminary investigation of potential links between pigmentation variants and opioid analgesic effectiveness in horses during cerebrospinal fluid centesis
BackgroundThe pleiotropic effects of the melanocortin system show promise in overcoming limitations associated with large variations in opioid...
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Macro- and micro-anatomical investigation of the oropharyngeal roof of landform greek tortoise (Testudo graeca graeca) and semi-aquatic red-eared slider turtle (Trachemys scripta elegans)
The present investigation examined the oropharyngeal roof of two turtles having different feeding behaviors: the landform Greek tortoise ( Testudo...
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Antimicrobial use, residues and resistance in fish production in Africa: systematic review and meta-analysis
In low- and middle-income countries, data on antimicrobial use (AMU) and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in aquaculture are scarce. Therefore,...
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Assessment of fecal bacterial viability and diversity in fresh and frozen fecal microbiota transplant (FMT) product in horses
BackgroundCurrently, lack of standardization for fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) in equine practice has resulted in highly variable...
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Molecular characterization and zoonotic potential of Entamoeba spp., Enterocytozoon bieneusi and Blastocystis from captive wild animals in northwest China
BackgroundParasites Entamoeba spp., Enterocytozoon bieneusi and Blastocystis are prevalent pathogens causing gastrointestinal illnesses in animals...
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Supplementation of vitamin E as an addition to a commercial renal diet does not prolong survival of cats with chronic kidney disease
BackgroundThe aim of this double-blind, placebo-controlled study was to investigate the effect of vitamin E supplementation as an addition to a...
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The course of Rotavirus A (RVA) infection in young racing pigeons during the racing season
BackgroundPigeon Rotavirus A (RVA) infection has been confirmed in pigeons in the last decade as a cause of Young Pigeon Disease (YPD). Although YPD...
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High prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 antibodies and low prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 RNA in cats recently exposed to human cases
BackgroundThe primary objective of this cross-sectional study, conducted in Québec and Bristish Columbia (Canada) between February 2021 and January...
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Toxicological insight of metiram: immuno-oxidative, neuro-behavioral, and hemato-biochemical changes during acute exposure of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus)
BackgroundThe inappropriate use of pesticides including fungicides creates severe biological hazards that can endanger fish health and impede...
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Determination of the frequency of individuals with broadly cross-reactive neutralizing antibodies against PRRSV in the sow population under field conditions
BackgroundPorcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome Virus (PRRSV) is a significant swine pathogen, yet the immune response components...
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Investigation of Babesia spp. and Theileria spp. in ticks from Western China and identification of a novel genotype of Babesia caballi
Babesia spp. and Theileria spp. are tick-borne protozoan parasites with veterinary importance. In China, epidemiological and genetic investigations...
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Unusual sex chromosomal DSD in a domestic Shorthair cat with a 37,X/38,XY mosaic karyotype
BackgroundSex chromosome abnormalities associated with disorders of sexual development (DSD) are rarely described in cats, mainly due to the lack of...
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Serum macroelements and microelements levels in periparturient dairy cows in relation to fatty liver diseases
BackgroundFatty liver in dairy cows is a common metabolic disease defined by triglyceride (TG) buildup in the hepatocyte. Clinical diagnosis of fatty...
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A ferritin-based nanoparticle displaying a neutralizing epitope for foot-and-mouth disease virus (FMDV) confers partial protection in guinea pigs
BackgroundFoot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is a devastating disease affecting cloven-hoofed animals, that leads to significant economic losses in...
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Prevalence, antibiogram and molecular characterization of Listeria monocytogenes from ruminants and humans in New Valley and Beheira Governorates, Egypt
BackgroundListeriosis is a global health threat to both animals and humans, especially in develo** countries. This study was designed to isolate Lis...
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Effect of altrenogest treatment before weaning on reproductive performance and production efficiency in primiparous and multiparous sows
BackgroundMost sows will experience negative energy balance during lactation resulting in impaired follicular development. This study aimed to treat...
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Molecular and serological prevalence of Leptospira spp. among slaughtered cattle and associated risk factors in the Bahr El Ghazal region of South Sudan
IntroductionLeptospirosis is a neglected emerging and zoonotic disease reported worldwide. This study sought to determine the molecular and...
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Effects of a physical exercise programme on bodyweight, body condition score and chest, abdominal and thigh circumferences in dogs
BackgroundResearch on the effects of physical exercise on canine body composition is limited. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of...
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Emergence of genetic diversity and multi-drug resistant Clostridium perfringens from wild birds
BackgroundClostridium perfringens (C. perfringens) is an important zoonotic microorganism that can cause animal and human infections, however...