Veterinary Sciences, Volume 12, Issue 6

Regional anesthesia techniques targeting articular nerve branches offer promising avenues for managing articular pain. This study developed and compared the success rates of an ultrasound-guided versus a blind pericapsular knee desensitization (PKD)...

Sulfamethoxazole (SMZ), a widely used broad-spectrum antibiotic in aquaculture, lacks comprehensive research on its residual elimination kinetics in tilapia. This study investigated SMZ residue depletion, withdrawal periods, and dietary risks in 1-ye...

A lack of awareness among exotic bird owners regarding the quality of feed may contribute to adverse health outcomes, including toxicosis, systemic mycoses, and potentially neoplastic processes. Fungi of the Aspergillus genus are the most pathogenic...

Point-of-care (POC) tests for blood ammonia (BA) measurement have not been well evaluated in veterinary species. This cross-sectional study sought to establish an inferred reference interval for BA using a POC analyser in dogs and cats. Blood ammonia...

Dictyocaulosis is a parasitic disease that affects ungulate species, including red deer (Cervus elaphus). The genus Dictyocaulus comprises eighteen species, but only four have been reported to infect red deer. The disease is characterized by respirat...

PiRNAs are a subclass of non-coding RNAs, 26–31 nucleotides (nt) in length, that form regulatory complexes through their interaction with PIWI proteins. Studies in model organisms have demonstrated that piRNAs play crucial roles in tissue devel...

Beef meat quality and value are influenced by the breed, sex, and age of slaughtered animals. This study aimed to evaluate lipofuscin pigment autofluorescence as a method for age classification in beef meat samples and to determine the sex of market-...

Avian pathogenic Escherichia coli (APEC) causes avian colibacillosis, leading to significant economic losses and concerns for food safety in the poultry industry. This study focused on examining the virulence gene profile, antibiotic resistance preva...

Liangshan Semi-fine Wool Sheep (LSWS, Ovis aries) are widely raised in Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan, China. To provide a scientific basis for LSWS meat processing, our study investigated various parameters across six meat parts of LSWS...

The interpretation of intradermal test results may improve if wheal erythema is measured objectively using colorimetry. Our aim was to find the necessary number of erythema colorimetric measurements, taken before and after intradermal injections of h...

The pharmacokinetics of enrofloxacin and its metabolite ciprofloxacin, as well as the placental transfer of enrofloxacin and ciprofloxacin, have not been studied. The aims of this study were (1) to evaluate the pharmacokinetics of enrofloxacin and ci...

A 10-year-old male neutered British Shorthair cat with diabetes mellitus presented with an acute onset of unilateral swelling, erythema, alopecia and coalescing ulcerations of the face and periocular skin. Initial clinical differential diagnoses were...

Pleomorphic invasive lobular carcinoma (PILC or PLC) is a malignant breast tumor considered a rare variant of invasive lobular carcinoma in women, characterized morphologically by marked nuclear pleomorphism, with cells resembling plasmacytoid, histi...

Most studies on relationships between humans and nonhuman animals focus on the benefits of the relationship to humans, the potential detriment or stress to animals, or how humans can better improve husbandry or handling practices in the domestic sett...

Seminal plasma, traditionally regarded as a passive transport medium for sperm, has emerged as a sophisticated biofluid orchestrating critical dialogues in reproductive physiology. Contemporary research reveals its multifunctional role in modulating...

Staphylococcus aureus is a significant bacterial pathogen responsible for a wide range of diseases in both humans and animals. This study aimed to investigate nucleotide sequence variations, gene expression patterns, and serum biomarkers, including a...

Shelter environments can be inherently stressful for dogs, a highly social species that forms strong attachment bond with humans. This study evaluated stress responses in 26 shelter dogs during routine veterinary examinations, analyzing behavioral sc...

Artificial insemination (AI) is essential in intensive pig production, which significantly depends on semen quality from boars selected for health, genetics, and fertility. While AI aims to improve productivity, larger litters often result in smaller...

This study evaluated the effects of zootechnical additives in combination with antibiotic growth promoters (AGPs) on broiler performance, leukocyte differential activity, phagocytic activity, intestinal histomorphometry, and the inside index. A total...

In recent decades, Blanket Dry Cow Therapy (BDCT) has been regarded as a cornerstone strategy for the control of mastitis in dairy cows during the dry period. However, concerns regarding the rising incidence of antibiotic resistance and the associate...

Meloxicam has been identified as an adjuvant therapeutic component in the management of bovine uterine diseases, exhibiting anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. However, the mechanisms underlying its antioxidant actions in the context of bovine...

Field-based diagnostic technologies which aid in the early detection of bovine respiratory disease (BRD) are of great need, given the rising attention related to animal welfare and antimicrobial stewardship. This induced BRD study followed 12 Holstei...

Porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus (PRRSV) is a major viral threat to swine, causing significant economic loss in the global pig farming industry. This virus includes two major genotypes, PRRSV1 and PRRSV2, both characterized by high...

A backyard cat with symptoms of otitis was transferred to a veterinary clinic in Central Greece. A sample was obtained and P. aeruginosa was isolated. The strain exhibited an extensively drug-resistant (XDR) profile, as it was non-susceptible to all...

Porcine circovirus type 2 (PCV2) is the main cause of porcine circovirus-associated disease (PCVAD). Despite the widespread use of anti-PCV2 vaccines, their efficacy varies, influenced by co-infection and evaluation methods. This study assessed the e...

This case report detailed a rare co-infection of Pseudomonas asiatica and Enterobacter hormaechei in a 9-year-old warmblood mare, leading to severe cellulitis and secondary lymphangitis following traditional hoof blood-letting therapy. The mare exhib...

Periodontal abscesses are a frequent health problem found in pet rabbits that could lead to severe complications, including life-threatening ones. Trueperella pyogenes is an opportunistic pathogen isolated from pyogenic infections in different animal...

A previous cross-sectional study found impaired health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in hyperthyroid cats, but the longitudinal impact of treatment—especially differences between radioiodine (RAIT) and antithyroid drug (ATD) approaches—...

Growing evidence of pain perception in fish has raised concerns about their welfare in different contexts, including research and aquaculture, where potentially painful procedures are standard. Despite ongoing efforts to advance fish analgesia, the f...

The conditions of animals in captivity have long been a cause for concern, and for that reason should be carefully assessed. In circus activities, animals are used for different purposes, but their needs are different due to their physiological pecul...

Nowadays, there is a great concern about the prevalence of multidrug-resistant bacteria in meat, especially Staphylococcus aureus resistant to methicillin (MRSA). The aim of this work was to evaluate the microbiological quality of fresh pork meat and...

Gastrointestinal nematode infections are due to a wide number of helminthic genera and species, representing a major concern in goat and sheep farming and leading to different health issues and a general economic loss. Traditional diagnostic tools do...

Monitoring infectious diseases is essential for safeguarding equine health and ensuring the sustainability of the horse industry. In 2019, the Royal Veterinary Association of the Netherlands (KNMvD) and Royal GD (GD Animal Health) launched SEIN (Surv...

The focus of this commentary is represented by the pandemic risk associated with the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5N1) virus, clade 2.3.4.4b. More in detail, the herein dealt pandemic alarm appears to be primarily justified by the huge...

Alveolar echinococcosis (AE) is a chronic and potentially fatal zoonotic parasitic disease that seriously affects the host’s health. It is caused by the proliferation of Echinococcus multilocularis larvae within the liver. Due to its long incub...

(1) Background: postoperative surgical-site infections are a significant complication in small-animal surgical procedures, with detected rates ranging from 0.8% to 18.1%, depending on the type of surgery. The sterilization process of surgical instrum...

Type I allergies are triggered by immunoglobulin E (IgE)-mediated hypersensitivity reactions upon allergen exposure. Dogs are diagnosed with allergic dermatitis based on history, clinical signs, and allergen-specific IgE detection. Using the multiple...

In cancer cases, any imbalance between Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) production and host antioxidant capacity (oxidative stress), during the immediate post-operative period, is involved in cancer cell dissemination (micro-metastases). Surgical trauma...

Canine lymphoma (CL) is a heterogeneous neoplasm with varying prognoses, and Ki67 expression is a key marker for assessing tumor proliferation. This study aimed to compare Ki67 immunostaining in cytology smears (PSCS) and cell blocks (CBs) of canine...

The gut–muscle axis plays a vital role in host metabolism and health. Although the MSTN gene is a well-known negative regulator of muscle growth, its role in intestinal function and metabolism remains unclear. Understanding this connection is c...

Hibernation in mammals entails profound physiological changes that are known to impact host-associated microbial communities, yet its effects on the gut microbiota of synanthropic bats remain underexplored. In this study, we investigated the gut bact...

Flexural deformities (FDs) are a common condition in foals. Therapy is typically initiated without a precise diagnosis, and the etiopathogenesis often remains unknown. This study aimed (1) to investigate the clinical and pathological findings in cong...

This study aimed to investigate the effects of dietary supplementation with Rhodotorula yeast cultures (RYC) and Bacillus subtilis (BS), alone or in combination, on growth performance and intestinal barrier function in yellow-feathered broilers. A 2...

The emergence and dissemination of antibiotic-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae, particularly those are extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) producers, thought to pose a serious threat to global health. This study aimed to isolate and identify the E...

Toxoplasmosis is a significant parasitic zoonosis caused by Toxoplasma gondii. Among livestock animals, small ruminants, especially sheep and goats, are the most infected. This infection is a leading cause of abortion, resulting in considerable econo...

Porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus (PRRSV) poses a significant economic challenge to Japan’s swine industry. This review synthesizes the epidemiological evolution of PRRSV in Japan by examining the available scientific literatu...

The incidence of surgical site infection (SSI) following mastectomy in female dogs remains poorly characterized, despite its relevance to postoperative outcomes and patient welfare. This retrospective cohort study aimed to determine the incidence of...

Enterocytozoon bieneusi and Giardia duodenalis are major zoonotic pathogens that often cause diarrhea in immunocompromised humans or animals. Beef cattle are important reservoirs for these two pathogens. Yunnan Province is a major region for beef cat...

Benzimidazole derivatives are well known for their anthelmintic activity. Investigating the potential efficacy of new derivatives of this class against various parasites is essential to identify novel drug candidates. For this purpose, an in-house mo...

This study investigated the effects of dietary guanidinoacetic acid (GAA) supplementation on growth performance, carcass traits, meat quality, intestinal morphology, and cecal microbiota composition in yellow-feathered broilers. A total of 360 one-da...