2026 June-1 - 183 articles
The pet food sector has progressively evolved over the past decade from conventional nutrition toward functionally targeted and sustainability-oriented systems that are increasingly parallel developments in human health. While numerous reviews have e...
Seasonal human influenza A viruses (H1N1 and H3N2) are frequently transmitted to swine populations. Continued transmission of these viruses among swine results in genetic and phenotypic changes, creating new lineages of swine influenza viruses that d...
We evaluated the effects of different levels of DON (LD 441 and HD 1223 μg DON/kg in diet) on the growth performance, immunity, reproductive hormones, and intestinal health of immature gilts. No significant differences were observed in average dai...
Mastitis is one of the most prevalent diseases in dairy cows, leading to significant economic losses and increased antibiotic usage. The development of safe and effective alternatives is therefore urgently needed. In this study, we investigated the p...
Current National Research Council equine protein requirements are based on feedstuff crude protein (CP) content; however, protein distribution in feedstuff cell contents and cell wall affects foregut protein digestion. Neutral detergent soluble crude...
Hulunbuir short-tailed sheep (HSTS) and Hu sheep (HS) exhibit distinct tail phenotypes linked to ecological adaptation, with HSTS carrying a loss-of-function mutation (c.G334T) in the T gene while HS retain the wild-type allele. However, the cellular...
This study investigated the effects of construction design and seasonal climatic conditions on bedding dynamics in bedded-pack dairy systems with contrasting composting functionality. The study intentionally included systems representing both compost...
Prediction models for standardized ileal amino acid digestibilities (SIAADs) of sorghums in yellow-feathered chickens have not been previously reported. This study characterized the chemical composition of 10 sorghum samples from different sources, a...
The Ili River Valley and adjacent Xinjiang regions contain introduced cattle, local cattle, and yak and therefore provide a useful regional system for examining cattle–yak genomic differentiation. Using whole-genome resequencing data from 79 in...
Folate is a central nutrient in one-carbon metabolism, contributing to nucleotide biosynthesis, methionine cycling, methyl-donor supply, and epigenetic regulation. In animals, the intestine is both a principal site of folate absorption and a key targ...
The aim of this study was to identify the main causes of neonatal mortality in dairy calves (0–30 days of age) in Poland and to assess how infectious factors and management practices influenced the pattern of mortality. A retrospective analysis...
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This study evaluated whether the complexity and temporal dynamics of environmental enrichment during the nursery phase are associated with piglets’ threat-related responses and affective state using a multimodal approach. We combined an Attenti...
The relationship between prostate-specific antigen (PSA) and testosterone during sexual maturation in male dromedary camels remains poorly understood, despite its clinical importance in prostate health monitoring and reproductive management. In 50 in...
Dog aggression toward humans represents a relevant public health issue. In Italy, small animal veterinarians are expected to contribute to the early identification of at-risk situations and to aggression prevention. This study aimed to assess, throug...
Euthanasia in companion animal practice represents one of the most emotionally and ethically challenging decisions in veterinary medicine, requiring clinical judgment, effective communication, and sensitivity toward both animal welfare and pet owner...
Routine culling of day-old male chicks in the global poultry industry triggers severe resource waste and critical animal welfare crises, while non-destructive early sex identification techniques for embryonated quail eggs remain a prominent research...
The endangered red panda (Ailurus fulgens) is endemic to the southeastern slopes of the Himalayas. Following the successful translocations of captive-born giant pandas in China, plans have begun to release captive-born red pandas into their habitat w...
The Apennine wolf (Canis lupus italicus) is a distinct subspecies whose ongoing population recovery in Italy has progressively increased the demand for live capture protocols validated for scientific monitoring and conservation management. Despite th...
Escalating nitrogen (N) deposition has profound effects on terrestrial ecosystems; however, the mechanisms underlying soil protist community responses in cold-temperate regions remain poorly understood. This study investigated the effects of long-ter...
Cetacean mortality serves as a critical indicator of marine ecosystem health, reflecting the cumulative impacts of climate-driven environmental shifts and anthropogenic pressures. However, long-term national-scale assessments remain limited in Thaila...
Silicon (Si) is an essential trace element involved in multiple physiological processes of animals. This study aimed to investigate the dose-dependent effects of dietary silica (SiO2) supplementation on production performance and key blood parameters...
To screen high-quality porcine-derived lactic acid bacteria for swine production, this study compared growth performance, acid production, acid and bile salt tolerance, and genome characteristics of Lactobacillus plantarum (MRS002), Lactobacillus amy...
The diversity and fisheries status of cartilaginous species along the Egyptian Mediterranean coast were investigated up to 2025. A total of 69 species were recorded, comprising 2 chimaeras, 41 sharks, and 26 rays and skates, including new records suc...
This study was conducted to measure Macadamia integrifolia husk (MIH) as a feed ingredient for goats using an in vitro rumen fermentation system. Four isonitrogenous and isoenergetic substrates were prepared by using MIH to replace 0, 5%, 10%, or 15%...
This scoping review examines bovine respiratory disease (BRD) risk factors across beef production systems to clarify their contribution to disease occurrence and outcomes and to identify gaps that limit effective prevention. Following the PRISMA-ScR...
Maintaining the pro- and antioxidative balance during pregnancy is crucial. Oxidative stress (OS) can complicate pregnancy and disrupt maternal–foetal communication, which is partly mediated by extracellular vesicles (EVs). This study investiga...
Small, isolated, and fragmented populations often exhibit low levels of genetic diversity as a result of genetic drift, limited gene flow, and inbreeding. Huemul (Hippocamelus bisulcus) is a medium-sized South American deer categorized as endangered...
The suckling phase is the critical window for rumen functional maturation, yet amino-acid-based interventions tailored to this stage remain scarce. L-citrulline (L-cit) bypasses hepatic first-pass metabolism, is converted to L-arginine peripherally,...
Forest conversion from natural forests to secondary forests and plantations has significantly altered wildlife habitats in subtropical regions. However, the drivers of disparities in bird and mammal multidimensional diversity between these forest typ...
The CD40–CD154 receptor-ligand axis is a core costimulatory regulator of antiviral immunity in mammals, but its functional role in teleosts remains largely unknown. Here, we identified the CD40 and CD154 homologs (MsCD40 and MsCD154) from large...
Sperm cryopreservation is an integral part of gene pool conservation programs for local poultry breeds. It is known that cryostress can cause significant changes in the expression profiles of microRNAs and their target genes—key players in sper...
Raptors are high-trophic-level predators and scavengers that are sensitive to habitat alteration, human disturbance, and climate variability, yet province-wide assessments of their habitat suitability and climate-change responses remain limited in su...
This study evaluated the effects of locally sourced ingredient dietary, with or without supplementation of black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens; BSF) larvae, on laying hen welfare. A total of 150 Lohman White hens aged 30 weeks were assigned to three...
Nocardia spp. and Mycobacterium spp. are known etiological agents of granulomatous pulmonary infections in humans and animals; however, co-infections involving these pathogens have not previously been reported in veterinary medicine. This paper descr...
The range of food resources consumed by opportunistic carnivores is shaped by habitat-specific availability and productivity. However, baseline data on the diet of the Japanese weasel (Mustela itatsi) in managed wetland habitats remain scarce. Firstl...
Ammonia exposure can induce oxidative stress in aquatic animals. The p62 protein is a selective autophagy receptor that participates in protein degradation and oxidative stress regulation. In this study, the role of Lv-p62 in the response of Litopena...
Raramuri Criollo (RC) cattle from Mexico have special genetic and resilience characteristics which have positioned them as an important alternative for future meat production under arid conditions. Despite the remarkable hardiness of RC cattle, their...
Enzymes have the potential to enhance nutrient utilisation and provide economic and environmental benefits in reduced protein (RP) diets; however, responses to different inclusion levels of phytase and carbohydrase enzymes remain inconsistent. Theref...
Vibriosis caused by V. harveyi led to high mortality and enormous economic losses in Chinese tongue sole aquaculture. However, the intestinal metabolic alterations associated with V. harveyi infection remain unclear. In this study, ultra-performance...
Despite the widespread use of phytase in swine diets, there is a need to update the current evidence on its effects on performance, carcass traits, and economic outcomes. This meta-analysis evaluated the impact of phytase supplementation on growth pe...
Garlic (Allium sativum) contains organosulfur compounds capable of inducing oxidative damage to erythrocytes in dogs, leading to hemolytic anemia and methemoglobinemia. Although Allium toxicosis is relatively common, fatal cases with detailed histopa...
Dietary fiber is a critical determinant of intestinal health, yet its optimal inclusion level for WWG during the critical brooding period remains undefined. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of varying dietary CF levels (approximately 3%, 5%,...
Muscovy ducks (Cairina moschata) exhibit strong nesting tendencies, which result in reduced egg-laying performance. The research team previously identified differential expression of the Ras homolog family member B (RHOB) gene in the ovaries of Musco...
Abnormal vertebral column curvature is sporadically reported in koalas of the Mount Lofty Ranges, South Australia. This study evaluates the imaging features of 23 koalas from the Mount Lofty Ranges presenting with abnormal vertebral column curvature...
Wooden Breast (WB) and White Striping (WS) are prevalent myopathies affecting the Pectoralis major (PM) muscle of modern broiler chickens, with significant implications for animal welfare and meat quality. This pilot study aimed to characterize prote...
Brucellosis is a globally prevalent zoonotic disease that imposes considerable economic burdens on the livestock industry and remains a significant threat to public health. Although lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-based serological assays are widely used in...
Animals feature regularly on children’s television, exposing children to implicit and explicit messages about the natural world. Although animal representation and anthropomorphism have been examined across children’s media, film, literat...
The global horse racing industry relies heavily on elite breeding. Therefore, a molecular understanding of athletic traits is crucial for the industry’s advancement. This study utilized Bibliometrix, VOSviewer, and CiteSpace to conduct a compre...
Cryopreservation of stallion semen is associated with oxidative stress (OS), which can impair sperm function and fertility. This study evaluated antioxidant activities in seminal plasma and sperm cytosols and investigated their relationships with sel...
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