2025 September-1 - 171 articles
Beef production is an important component of the world’s food supply, with production being near 59 million tons in 2023 (USDA, 2023). Enhancing our understanding of the factors influencing metabolism will lead to improvements in production eff...
Copepods play a critical role in aquatic food chains and are a key source of food in aquaculture, so optimizing their culture conditions is essential for their large-scale production. The objective of this study was to determine the optimal culture p...
A 2-year-old male neutered domestic shorthair cat was presented with a 12-month history of anorexia, weight loss, vomiting, polyuria, and polydipsia. Physical examination revealed a responsive but debilitated cat with icteric mucous membranes and a l...
Global climate change, coupled with the escalating severity of species invasions, has profoundly impacted and continues to influence species distribution patterns across multiple spatial scales. The invasive ant species Anoplolepis gracilipes (yellow...
Ovine pulmonary adenocarcinoma (OPA) is a naturally occurring lung neoplasia in sheep caused by jaagsiekte sheep retrovirus (JSRV). JSRV infects alveolar type II pneumocytes (ATII) and club cells (CC), and the expression of viral oncoproteins induces...
Pet owners have become more aware of how their pet’s nutrition can influence the pet’s life expectancy, wellness, and energy. Evaluating the new ingredients claiming better pet health for nutrient contributions requires significant invest...
In real-world dairy farming environments, object recognition models often suffer from missed or false detections due to complex backgrounds and cow occlusions. In response to these issues, this paper proposes FSCA-YOLO, a multi-object cow behavior re...
Growing concern over cetacean welfare has highlighted the need for rigorous, science-based assessment methods. Within this context, epidermal cortisol (ECC) and oxytocin (EOC) concentrations have emerged as potentially valuable physiological indicato...
Various signalling molecules and pathways critical for wool production and quality regulate wool secondary follicle (SF) development. Circular RNAs (circRNAs) regulate SF morphogenesis through a competing endogenous RNA (ceRNA) mechanism; these novel...
Reproductive biotechnologies, such as embryo transfer (ET) and fixed-time artificial insemination (FTAI), are increasingly adopted to enhance genetic progress in tropical cattle production systems. However, the high prevalence of reproductive infecti...
To investigate the genetic regulatory mechanism of supplementary feeding on muscle development in Oula sheep, we employed transcriptomic analysis to explore the differentially expressed genes (DEGs) in the longissimus dorsi muscle of Oula sheep at di...
Alpaca farming has received increasing attention in China in recent years. However, Australian alfalfa remains the main choice of forage for alpacas. China has abundant forage resources, including oat grass, Leymus chinensis, and corn straw, which ar...
The main objective of this study was to assess whether donepezil or haloperidol, after a 10-day training period, could inhibit inhibitory avoidance and alter learned behavior. To assess memory impairment, zebrafish were trained in a light/dark tank o...
Besides oral temperature, meteorological parameters are expected to be relevant for mouthpiece temperature, potentially influenced by the material, surface area and weight of the bit. This study measured the temperature of the mouthpieces at the corn...
Fungal skin infections caused by dermatophytes are of significant veterinary and zoonotic concern. This study investigated the prevalence, risk factors, and treatment outcomes of dermatophytosis in dogs and cats with skin lesions. A total of 140 anim...
Lipid metabolism is a fundamental biological process that ensures energy homeostasis and cellular integrity. This is an essential and complex biochemical process that is involved in energy storage and the maintaining of normal biological functions. D...
The rational design of artificial lighting systems in pig housing can enhance animal welfare, thereby boosting gilt health and reproductive performance while improving economic metrics for swine farms. To identify the optimal light environments for g...
Parks serve as vital components of green infrastructure within urban ecosystems, providing recreational opportunities that not only enhance human well-being but also support bird diversity. However, the shared use of park spaces by both humans and bi...
As an indigenous goat breed unique to southern China, Leizhou Black Goats (LZBGs) are highly valued for their rapid growth, high reproductive performance, and superior meat quality. However, their offspring frequently exhibit symptoms of muscle atrop...
Unsaturated fatty acids are key contributors to the nutritional and sensory quality of lamb meat. To investigate the molecular basis of intramuscular unsaturated fatty acid variation, we selected lambs with divergent fatty acid profiles and performed...
This cross-sectional study aimed to (a) determine the apparent prevalence of mastitis pathogens and (b) to identify risk factors for intramammary infections (IMIs) at the herd level in dairy herds in Bavaria, Germany. A stratified random sample of 30...
Skeletal muscle, the primary meat-producing tissue in bovines, is regulated by a complex transcriptional network during development. The role of Thrombospondin 3 (THBS3) and its associated super-enhancer (SE) in this process remains largely unknown....
Zootechnical practices such as tail docking are still in use in dairy sheep farming, performed in the first week of life, mainly by rubber ring and only rarely by surgical methods. In this study, we evaluated the impact of caudectomy on ovine stress...
The waters surrounding the Five West Sea Islands of South Korea are ecologically important but challenging to survey due to their location within a strategic military zone, strong tidal currents, and significant tidal variation. To assess the fish co...
Administrative law is about articulating norms and promoting the adoption and enforcement of human behaviour practices in areas where individual choice conflicts with the public good. Law must fairly describe to the citizenry what is allowed and what...
Addressing the carbon footprint in pig production is a fundamental technical basis for achieving carbon neutrality and peak carbon emissions. Only by systematically studying the carbon footprint can the goals of carbon neutrality and peak carbon emis...
Five pig breeds have been developed in Chongqing and are economically important livestock resources in this region: Hechuan Black pigs (HC), Luopanshan pigs (LP), Penzhou Mountain pigs (PZ), Quxi pigs (QX), and Rongchang pigs (RC). Understanding the...
Exercise-Induced Pulmonary Hemorrhage (EIPH) results from alveolar capillary stress failure after strenuous exercise, leading to bleeding and pulmonary inflammation. Bronchoalveolar lavage fluid (BALF) cytology is considered the gold standard for the...
Bruises in beef cattle carcasses are important indicators related to pre-slaughter handling and transport conditions, with implications for animal welfare and meat quality. This study analysed 19.4 million cattle carcasses transported from 42,805 far...
TARDBP mediates milk fat secretion in mice by binding to UG-rich sequences in the 3′ untranslated region (UTR) of BTN1A1 and XDH mRNA and enhancing their mRNA stability. However, its role in bovine milk lipid metabolism remains unclear. To inve...
Background: Previous studies have demonstrated the beneficial effects of Ligilactobacillus salivarius A3iob on honeybee (Apis mellifera) colonies’ health and honey production. The present work aimed to assess the genomic characteristics of the...
Previous molecular studies have demonstrated significant differentiation of the Strand’s birch mouse (Sicista strandi) into two groups; differences between them are comparable with those observed between species. However, these studies were bas...
Canine mammary tumors (CMTs) are among the most frequently diagnosed neoplasms in female dogs, with complex etiologies involving age, breed, body size, and reproductive status. This retrospective study analyzed 250 cases comprising 361 mammary tumors...
The Yangtze finless porpoise (Neophocaena asiaeorientalis asiaeorientalis, YFP) is the only freshwater cetacean species currently found in China’s Yangtze River. To accurately evaluate its genetic diversity and provide reliable molecular marker...
Aquaculture has become the fastest-growing food production sector, driven by the rising global demand for seafood and the urgent need to reduce pressure on overexploited fish stocks [...]
The orbital fat of bighead carp (Hypophthalmichthys nobilis) represents a structural fat deposit located posterior to the eyes and constitutes an important edible component of the head region. Nevertheless, molecular mechanisms governing lipid accumu...
This study investigated the bioaccumulation patterns of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) in the liver and muscle tissues of wild boars (n = 39) and domestic pig...
Yajiangxue cattle (XF) is three-way crossbred cattle developed specifically for producing high-quality beef in the Tibetan Plateau by introducing the bloods of Tibetan yellow cattle (HF) and Angus cattle into Tibetan yak (MF). In the present study, w...
Suspensory desmopathy is a frequently documented cause of lameness in performance horses; proximal suspensory desmopathy is the most frequent site of injury in dressage horses [...]
This study assessed the microbiological quality of free-range eggs produced in Southeastern Brazil, focusing on the effects of collection location. Eggs were collected from either nest boxes (designated laying areas containing clean substrate) or fro...
Trochoidea caroni (Gastropoda, Geomitridae) is a land snail previously found only in Sicily and Capri (Naples), but it has recently been found in other regions of the Italian peninsula. In this study, we performed karyological and molecular analysis...
Due to the effects of pigment deposition and microstructure, the color of eggshells may influence the quality traits and hatchability of eggs. These traits are critical for breeding efficiency and economic outcomes in poultry production. Herein, Beij...
Growing engagement with online animal videos has raised questions about their potential psychological benefits. While prior research links pet attachment to reduced loneliness, little is known about whether similar effects arise from online animal in...
The aquarium trade is one of the main pathways for the introduction of non-native freshwater species. Such species include crayfish, which are valued ornamental animals commonly kept in aquaria. Some crayfish have been released into the environment,...
Toxoplasma gondii is a globally prevalent parasite capable of establishing lifelong infections, which can have severe consequences in immunocompromised individuals and developing fetuses. GRAs are essential secretory effectors that facilitate nutrien...
Lumpy skin disease (LSD) is a contagious animal disease caused by the lumpy skin disease virus (LSDV). LSD can be transmitted through direct, indirect and insect vectors, severely impacting global cattle production. To evaluate difference in immune r...
Liver-expressed antimicrobial peptide 2 (LEAP2) is a cationic peptide that is integral to the innate immune system. However, its regulatory function in the immunity of fish against pathogens remains largely unexplored. This study identifies a LEAP2 h...
Prepartum vaccination of dairy cows against newborn calf diarrhea protects calves during the first weeks of life via the colostrum. Vaccination may also induce non-specific effects (NSEs) beyond antibody production, altering the disease susceptibilit...
Small ruminant production is a significant sector of agricultural industry in Texas, USA. Heat stress has a negative effect on productivity and animal health. Cholecalciferol, a form of vitamin D3, may enhance the function of immune cells and help en...
Dysfunctions and disorders of the craniomandibular system are accompanied by pathophysiological changes of muscle groups in the throat/neck and facial area, e.g., pain in the jaw and muscles of mastication and disturbance of occlusion, leading to tee...
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