A genome-wide association study of 960 Italian Holstein cows links colostrum yield and immunoglobulin concentration to many scattered genomic regions, confirming the polygenic nature of the traits that protect newborn calves. Subject of Research: Genomic regions associated with colostrum yield and…
The experiment, published as an open access original article in the journal Amino Acids, used 12 ileal-cannulated growing pigs with an average body weight of 27.0 plus or minus 3.1 kilograms. All animals were housed under heat stress conditions, with ambient temperatures ranging…
Piglets were divided into three groups: an untreated control, a group receiving a paraquat challenge, and a group that received both paraquat and a diet supplemented with 0.01 percent ellagic acid. The first question the researchers asked was whether the challenge…
Each age group displayed a distinct metabolic signature. The adult group contained more substances conducive to lipid digestion and absorption, such as bilirubin and taurocholic acid, suggesting a metabolic state optimized for processing dietary fats. The gut microbial communities mirrored…
In a small study of healthy beagles, halved extended-release levetiracetam tablets performed much like whole tablets. Crushed tablets peaked higher and dropped below a target drug level sooner. For veterinarians dosing extended-release levetiracetam in small dogs, new research suggests splitting…
Clinically validated, chosen by practice Pro Care is formulated entirely from human-grade, natural and nature-derived ingredients and is made in the USA. The formulation is rooted in the work of Tartar Shield® founder, Dr. George K. Stookey, a pioneer in…
And Waddle World isn’t the only weird app it’s launched lately. Meta has launched a “tamagotchi-style” pet game called Waddle World, with virtual creatures that chat with users and create doodles to illustrate conversations. According to its Apple and Play…
The Temptations brand, part of Mars, Incorporated, has introduced two limited-edition Halloween cat treats, offering pet owners seasonal flavors inspired by the holiday. The company announced Monday, Oct. 26, that Temptations MixUps Tasty Human and Temptations Creepy Catnip are returning for…
A beloved Irish wolfhound has vanished. Security cameras have been stolen. And a an enticing $10,000 reward has failed to bring him home. Now a heartbroken owner is desperate for answers after his dog Bundy disappeared from a property in Balingup…
The research, published in the journal Animal Microbiome, compared a commercial breed with a traditional breed raised under conventional and organic conditions, and found that breed primarily shaped gene expression in the intestinal lining while the housing system primarily shaped…
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