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Equine lameness diagnosis is dominated by a joint- and tendon-centric paradigm. The standard diagnostic algorithm relies on gait observation, perineural and intrasynovial anesthesia, and cross-sectional imaging. It is directed almost exclusively at skeletal and articular structures. Myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) are hypersensitive, hyperirritable loci within taut bands of skeletal muscle. The…

IntroductionStaphylococcus spp. are important opportunistic pathogens of companion animals and an increasingly relevant component of the antimicrobial resistance problem in veterinary medicine. The aim of this study was to evaluate the species distribution and antimicrobial susceptibility patterns of Staphylococcus spp. isolated from dogs and cats in Poland, with particular emphasis on MIC-based …

Lumpy skin disease (LSD) is a transboundary viral disease of cattle caused by lumpy skin disease virus (LSDV), resulting in substantial economic losses and posing a serious threat to the global cattle industry and international trade. Effective serological surveillance is essential for disease control and for evaluating vaccination programs. However, most currently available serological assays re…

BackgroundIdiopathic myocardial fibrosis (IMF) is a prevalent and life-threatening condition in captive chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes). Ante-mortem diagnosis remains challenging due to the limitations of current veterinary diagnostics. This study aimed to identify and validate circulating serum protein biomarkers for the detection of IMF.MethodsSerum samples collected from zoo-housed chimpanzees w…

This study aimed to evaluate the effects of Chaihu-Shugan-San (CSS) on egg production, egg quality, ovarian development, serum lipid levels, liver function, and hepatic lipid metabolism in laying hens. A total of 480 67-week-old laying hens (Jinghong No. 1) were randomly assigned to four groups. Each group comprised eight replicates of 15 hens. A basal diet was fed to the control group (CON), and…

Initial management of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) often involves administration of regular insulin, and the transition from regular to intermediate or long-acting insulin can be challenging. While some guidelines exist for this, recent developments in the field have altered the diabetes treatment landscape. The objective of this study was to describe insulin prescribing practices of small animal …

BackgroundBiospecimen choice can substantially influence metabolite measurements, yet matched comparisons of serum, EDTA plasma, lithium-heparin plasma, and urine remain limited in canine targeted metabolomics.ObjectivesTo evaluate cross-matrix comparability of targeted small polar metabolite profiles in dogs and to assess how different biospecimens capture diet- and health-associated variation.A…

IntroductionAdverse food reactions (AFR) are a common cause of chronic pruritus in dogs and often present as atopic dermatitis. However, the threshold dose of dietary protein required to trigger clinical signs of AFR, as well as the time to onset of those signs, remain poorly defined.MethodsThis prospective, double-blinded study aimed to determine the approximate dose of food protein required to …

IntroductionIn the semi-arid regions of Southern Africa, livestock farming is a key source of livelihood, but its productivity is constrained by the availability of nutritionally adequate feed, a challenge exacerbated by climate change. The microalga Limnospira platensis (commonly known as Spirulina) presents a climate-smart alternative for producing good quality animal feed. However, its widespr…

IntroductionPreparations of Cannabis sativa have been used for medicinal purposes for many centuries Currently, it is known that the phytocannabinoids present in the Cannabis sativa plant can modulate the endocannabinoid system, producing a variety of effects. Among the most abundant phytocannabinoids are delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (19-THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). CBD lacks psychotropic properti…

The clinical significance and ultrasonographic features of intermediate patellar ligament (IPL) desmopathy in horses are still debated and considered nonspecific. Elastosonography allows assessment of tissue elasticity in response to an external stimulus. The aim of the study was to describe the elastosonographic characteristics of the equine IPL, evaluate the feasibility of both strain (SE) and …

IntroductionRaw meat-based diets (RMBD) are increasingly popular among dog guardians, yet the role of personal nutrition habits and pet-guardian relationships in their adoption remains unclear. This study examines how these factors, alongside previously identified drivers of pet food selection, specifically relate to the decision to feed RMBD.MethodsData from 433 dog guardians were collected via …

IntroductionBovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV) is a major pathogen affecting global livestock production, and virus-induced mitochondrial remodeling is closely associated with viral replication. However, the role of PGC-1α-mediated mitochondrial quality control in cytopathic BVDV strain NADL infection remains unclear.MethodsMDBK cells were infected with CP BVDV(NADL) to establish an in vitro infe…

BackgroundThe equine temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is divided into two non-communicating joint (discotemporal DTJ and discomandibular DMJ) compartments. Ultrasound has been extensively used as a diagnostic tool in the horse, but previous work has reported that ultrasound-guidance did not improve the success rate of TMJ arthrocentesis. However, this research focused only on the larger, easily acce…

IntroductionIn dogs, intraocular pressure (IOP) responses to topical atropine administration vary, and the anatomical basis for this variability remains unclear.Materials and methodsUsing ultrasound biomicroscopy (UBM), anterior segment morphology was assessed in 52 eyes from 27 clinically normal dogs before and 20 minutes after atropine administration (post-AT).ResultsThe mean change in IOP was …

IntroductionThe integration of research into veterinary education is vital and contributes to students’ competency in information literacy, scientific reasoning, and data interpretation, which are critical to generating high-quality patient care and public health outcomes. Although veterinary schools have implemented a range of initiatives to encourage student involvement in research, participati…

A 3. 5-year-old female guinea pig was presented for suspected hematuria. Hematology, serum biochemistry, urinalysis, and fecal examination were within normal limits; however, diagnostic imaging revealed multiple ovarian cysts and a uterine mass without evidence of metastasis. The animal underwent an ovariohysterectomy to remove the mass but died 6 h after anesthetic recovery. Histopathological ex…

BackgroundLinezolid is a critically important oxazolidinone in human medicine, and the emergence of linezolid non-susceptibility in food-animal–associated enterococci raises One Health concerns across the food chain, animal reservoirs, and environmental circulation.MethodsWe analyzed poultry-derived Enterococcus spp. from healthy broiler chicken and turkey farms across seven Hungarian regions. Fr…