Beyond tradition: a novel approach for edible bird nest cleaning and its processing
AbstractAn edible bird nest is a product of the solidified saliva secretion from a few different swiftlet ’s species, during the breeding season. But the high impurities inA. maximus andC. esculent nests make them less ideal to be consumed. Eggshells and guano are the major contaminants contributing to the nitrite and nitrates contents. However, recent studies have shown significant medicinal and cosmetic applications of edible bird nest like anti-viral, anti-inflammatory, enhancing bone strength, and anti-aging. Thus, the high demand for edible bird nest in the global market to explore its potential application has impr...
Source: Veterinary Research Communications - October 16, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
The impact of the transversus abdominis plane block (TAP) on stress response measured through the complete blood – derived inflammatory markers
This study aims to evaluate the effect of the transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block on the blood cells and the inflammatory markers neutrophil – to– lymphocyte ratio (NLR), platelet– to– lymphocyte ratio (PLR), and systemic immune– inflammation index (SII) after the laparoscopic ovariectomy (LapOV) in dogs. 72 healthy bitches undergoing LapOV were randomly allocated to the no– TAP group of dogs under inhaled anesthesia (IA), th e TAP– S group (IA and TAP with saline), and the TAP– B group (IA and TAP with bupivacaine). The NLR, PLR, and SII were calculated 1 h before ovariectomy (T0) and at 2−3 h (T1)...
Source: Veterinary Research Communications - October 16, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Effects of dietary thiamin (vitamin B1) on the growth performance, serum biochemical factors, immune response, and antioxidant activity of great sturgeon (Huso huso) juveniles
AbstractThe present research evaluated the positive effects of dietary thiamin (vitamin B1) levels on the growth performance, serum biochemistry factors, immune response, and antioxidant activity of great sturgeon (Huso huso) juveniles. Thiamin was included in diets with levels of 0 (control, T0), 7 (T7), 15 (T15), and 25 (T25) mg/kg diet. Measurements of thiamin levels in diets indicated that they contained 1.80 (T0), 8.02 (T7), 16.2 (T15), and 26.6 (T25) mg thiamin/kg feed. Sturgeon juveniles (240 individuals) with average weight of 44.8 ± 1.96 g were distributed into 12 tanks, and fed with the experimental diets ...
Source: Veterinary Research Communications - October 16, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Congenital malformations caused by Akabane virus in porcine fetuses in southern Japan
In this study, we investigated the relationship between porcine abnormal deliveries and AKAV by serology, pathology, and virology investigations using specimens from 16 stillborn fetuses delivered in southern Japan between 2013 and 2015. The major clinical manifestations in stillborn fetuses were hydranencephaly, arthrogryposis, spinal curvature, and both skeletal muscle and subcutaneous edema. Histologic examination of the specimens identified atrophy of skeletal muscle fibers accompanied by adipose replacement. Nonsuppurative encephalomyelitis and decreased neuronal density in the ventral horn of the spinal cord were sho...
Source: Veterinary Research Communications - October 13, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Effect of pre-treatment of melatonin on superovulation response, circulatory hormones, and miRNAs in goats during environmental heat stress conditions
In conclusion, incorporating melatonin enhanced the efficiency of the superovulation regimen in goats under hot climatic conditions. (Source: Veterinary Research Communications)
Source: Veterinary Research Communications - October 13, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Presence of anti-Leishmania infantum antibodies in sheep (Ovis aries) in Spain
AbstractSandflies are the primary transmission vector forLeishmania spp parasite in endemic regions. The role of other animals, different from the dog, is under discussion in the leishmaniosis endemic countries. A limited number of reports have been published on the possible role of livestock in European countries forLeishmania maintenance and diffusion. The aim of the present study was to perform a serosurvey on sheep in areas of Spain that are endemic for zoonotic leishmaniosis and establish the possible role of sheep regardingLeishmania infantum infection in endemic areas. Three hundred and two serum samples were obtain...
Source: Veterinary Research Communications - October 11, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Aspergillosis in a colony of Humboldt penguins (Spheniscus humboldti) in a french zoological park: evaluation of environmental exposure
This study assesses the risk of exposure toAspergillus sp. and determines the environmental reservoirs in the direct environment of a colony of Humboldt penguins (Spheniscus humboldti) in a zoological park in Paris, and the risk of contamination with resistant isolates. Every 15 days between February and May 2022, environmental samples (air and subtract from the nests, pond water, pigeon and penguin droppings) were carried out in the penguin enclosure as well as clinical samples (one-time non-invasive sampling on chicks), and screened forAspergillus sp. conidia. From 191 environmental samples, 264 strains ofAspergillus inc...
Source: Veterinary Research Communications - October 11, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Monensin poisoning outbreak in free-ranging and captive birds
AbstractMonensin poisoning is uncommon and has been rarely reported in birds. This work aimed to described clinical-pathological aspects of an outbreak of monensin poisoning in captive and free-ranging birds. Thirty-seven of 600 captive birds fed a diet containing 893.19 mg/kg of monensin died within 10 days (mortality 6.17%). There was no ionophore antibiotics on the feed label supplied to captive birds, which established an error in feed production. Necropsies were performed on twelve animals: Muscovy duck (Cairina moschata) (2/12), greater rhea (Rhea americana) (2/12), black-necked swan (Cygnus melancoryphus) (2/12)...
Source: Veterinary Research Communications - October 10, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Can computerized rumen mucosal colorimetry serve as an effective field test for managing subacute ruminal acidosis in feedlot cattle?
In conclusion, computerized rumen colorimetry shows promise as a reliable method for managing SARA in bovine farms by monitoring the condition in the slaughterhouse. Further research is needed to evaluate its effectiveness in detecting SARA in live animals. (Source: Veterinary Research Communications)
Source: Veterinary Research Communications - October 9, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Serological, cultural, and molecular analysis of Brucella from Buffalo milk in various regions of Iran
This study aimed to determine the prevalence ofBrucella in buffalo milk samples across various regions of Iran, utilizing serological, molecular, and cultural analyses. A total of 1860 buffalo milk samples were collected from industrial, semi-industrial, and traditional buffalo farms in four major buffalo breeding provinces. The milk ring test agglutination test (MRT) was initially conducted on all milk samples, followed by culture and molecular testing for positive and negative samples in MRT. The study revealed positive results for the presence ofBrucella DNA in various provinces of Iran. The MRT had a relatively low sen...
Source: Veterinary Research Communications - October 9, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Enferplex bovine TB antibody test and bovine TB diagnosis: letter to the editor
AbstractBovine tuberculosis is usually diagnosed using tuberculin skin and interferon gamma tests. However, it is clear these tests miss infected animals due to poor sensitivity. The Enferplex Bovine TB antibody test has been validated by the World Organisation for Animal Health as fit for purpose in diagnosing bovine TB. A recent paper by Madden and colleagues (Veterinary Research Communications published online 17 August 2023) presented data on the future risk of Enferplex test antibody positive animals developing bovine TB. We argue in this communication that this does not make sense. Also, the study design did not incl...
Source: Veterinary Research Communications - October 7, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Identification and in vitro characterization of a novel porcine parvovirus 6 in Russia
In this study, the first identification of porcine parvovirus 6 in Russia, its phylogenetic analysis, and its characterizationin vitro are reported. During the investigation, 521 serum samples collected from pigs of different ages from seven regions of the Russian Federation were tested. In four regions, the DNA of the virus was detected. The overall prevalence of porcine parvovirus 6 in Russia was 9.4%. Fattening pigs were the group with the most frequent detection of the virus genome. Phylogenetic analysis of the Russian isolate detected in a domestic boar indicated high homology with strains from Spain.In vitro studies ...
Source: Veterinary Research Communications - September 29, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
No evidence of hepatitis E virus (HEV) infection among pet cats and dogs, and low seroprevalence of hepatitis E virus among pet rabbits in Poland
AbstractThe seroprevalence ofPaslahepevirus balayani genotype 3 (hepatitis E virus genotype 3 – HEV-3;Hepeviridae family, genusPaslahepevirus) in pet cats, dogs and rabbits was evaluated. Samples from cats and dogs were collected from three veterinary practices from various parts of Poland: Poznan (wielkopolskie voivodeship), Przemysl (podkarpackie voivodeship) and Lublin (lubelskie voivodeship). Samples from rabbits were collected in Poznan. In total, serum samples from 90 cats, 82 dogs and 71 rabbits were selected and tested for specific anti-HEV-3 immunoglobulin (IgG) antibodies using a commercial ELISA test. Pathogen...
Source: Veterinary Research Communications - September 23, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Therapeutic potential of low-molecular weight lignin model polymer fractions for treating skin lesions in animals: a pilot study
We report a pilot study with new method of fractioning the dehydrogenate polymer DHP obtained from coniferyl alcohol and application of the low-MW fractions of 200 –3000 Da for antibacterial activity in healing animal lesions.In vivo experiments were conducted on the dogs having a skin lesion. Dogs were treated with the suspension containing the low-MW DHP fractions as the active ingredient, in combination with alginate for 7 days. Cytological smears and microbiological analyses of the affected area were performed.Staphylococcus spp. was isolated from lesions in all dogs from our research. The results show that the low-M...
Source: Veterinary Research Communications - September 22, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Anticoccidial activity of Aloe Vera Leafs ’ aqueous extract and vaccination against Eimeria tenella: pathological study in broilers
In conclusion, this study provides valuable insights regarding the control of coccidiosis in broilers. Supplementing the chicken diet with Aloe vera had beneficial effects on the pathogenicity and infectivity of E. tenella, making it a cost-effective alternative as an herbal extract with no adverse side effects for coccidiosis control. These findings suggest that Aloe vera can be considered a potential candidate for inclusion in broiler diets for effective coccidiosis control. (Source: Veterinary Research Communications)
Source: Veterinary Research Communications - September 22, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
