Infectious Diseases on Livestock Reproduction

Dear Colleagues,

Infectious diseases can significantly impact animal reproduction, leading to various degrees of morbidity and mortality. These diseases can be influenced by the animal’s reproductive history, previous pharmacological treatments, and environmental conditions, leading to regional variations in the incidence of certain reproductive abnormalities. Among the others, three main infectious diseases that compromise reproduction in beef and dairy cattle in many regions are infectious bovine rhinotracheitis, bovine viral diarrhea, and leptospirosis.

Infectious bovine rhinotracheitis and bovine viral diarrhea are viral diseases, while leptospirosis is a bacterial disease. These diseases can range from asymptomatic conditions that only affect the animal’s fertility to acute clinical manifestations that can lead to death. Therefore, understanding and managing infectious diseases in bovine reproduction is crucial for maintaining the animals’ health and productivity.

In this context, Animals will publish a Special Issue, “Infectious Diseases on Livestock Reproduction”, in which researchers from various countries have the opportunity to present their findings on several important diseases in bovine and other animal species. In particular, papers regarding epidemiology, diagnosis, impacts on reproduction, pathology, and clinics will be welcome. We strongly encourage you to submit your manuscripts to help create a remarkable Special Issue that will represent a landmark in the study of these diseases.

Prof. Dr. Walter Lilenbaum
Guest Editor

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