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Veterinary Sciences
Gurlal S. Gill, Balbir B. Singh, Navneet K. Dhand, Rabinder S. Aulakh, Michael P. Ward, Victoria J. Brookes
Summary: The overpopulation of stray dogs has become a serious issue in India, affecting public health and animal welfare. This study estimated the stray dog populations in Punjab using a recommended method and provided important information for implementing animal birth and disease control programs.
VETERINARY SCIENCES
(2022)
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Veterinary Sciences
Gabriel Danila, Valerian Simioniuc, Mihai Leonard Duduman
Summary: The population of stray dogs is increasing worldwide, causing ecological, social-economic, and ethical problems. This study aims to understand the behavior and food preferences of stray dogs in heavily populated areas. The study reveals that stray dogs thrive in areas with shelter and food and exhibit predatory behavior similar to wild species. The analysis also highlights their opportunistic feeding behavior and preference for meat. Regional analysis like this can help identify solutions to minimize the negative impacts of stray dogs on society and the environment.
VETERINARY SCIENCES
(2023)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Jinfang Yang, Jingkai Ai, Tongsheng Qi, Xiaomin Ni, Zichun Xu, Liangting Guo, Yali Sun, Ying Li, Ming Kang, Jixu Li
Summary: This study establishes a record of the seroprevalence and molecular epidemiology of T. gondii and N. caninum infection in stray cats and dogs in the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau Area. The results demonstrate the presence of both parasites in the tested animals and highlight the importance of stray cats and dogs in the transmission and prevalence of these infections.
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Miriam Casaca, Gabriela M. Morello, Tatiana Magalhaes, I. Anna S. Olsson, Ana Catarina Vieira de Castro
Summary: This study aimed to determine if a rehabilitation and training program could help unsocialised stray dogs develop the skills needed for successful adoption. The results showed that with appropriate training, some unsocialised stray dogs improved their sociability towards humans, indicating the potential for them to become adoptable dogs. However, there was significant individual variation within the group.
APPLIED ANIMAL BEHAVIOUR SCIENCE
(2022)
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Veterinary Sciences
Weerapong Thanapongtharm, Suwicha Kasemsuwan, Vilaiporn Wongphruksasoong, Khemmapat Boonyo, Tanu Pinyopummintr, Anuwat Wiratsudakul, Marius Gilbert, Kansuda Leelahapongsathon
Summary: This study investigated the characteristics of dog populations in Thailand, finding that the majority of dogs were owned, while ownerless dogs consisted mainly of feral and community dogs. The spatial distribution of dog populations was more concentrated in big cities.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2021)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Maria Larissa Bitencourt Vidal, Douglas Severo Silveira, Isabella Vilhena Freire Martins, Jankerle Neves Boeloni, Louisiane de Carvalho Nunes
Summary: The report describes a case of coexistence of Dioctophyme renale and Dirofilaria sp. in the subcutaneous tissue of a cat in Brazil. The cat showed physical enlargement in the left inguinal region, and surgical excision revealed the presence of the parasitic nematodes. This represents an unprecedented association of these parasites in a feline host.
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Infectious Diseases
Seyede Mahshid Mostafavi, Mohammad Khalili, Baharak Akhtardanesh, Saeid Reza Nourollahifard, Saber Esmaeili
Summary: This study investigated the Rickettsia infection in ticks collected from stray dogs in southeast Iran. The results showed a 4% Rickettsia infection rate in the ticks collected from 50 stray dogs. This provides important molecular evidence for human and animal healthcare systems in southeast Iran.
TICKS AND TICK-BORNE DISEASES
(2022)
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Veterinary Sciences
Tahereh Kamalikhah, Somayeh Mirrezaei, Tahereh Rahimi, Leila Sabzmakan, Safiye Ghobakhloo
Summary: This study assessed the readiness of Aradan County in Iran to collect stray dogs using the Community Readiness Model. The findings indicate that the community readiness in both Aradan County and Aradan City is generally at the preplanning stage, with rural areas lacking clear public awareness. To improve the process of collecting stray dogs, it is essential to conduct educational sessions to increase public participation and provide necessary financial resources for responsible organizations.
IRISH VETERINARY JOURNAL
(2021)
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Veterinary Sciences
Mehmet Cevat Temizkan, Gonca Sonmez
Summary: This study investigated the differences in immune system gene expression between owned dogs and stray dogs, and found that while the expression levels of perforin and granzyme A genes were higher in stray dogs, the differences were not statistically significant. However, a significant difference was observed in the expression level of the granzyme B gene, suggesting that the immune system of stray dogs may be more prepared for diseases.
ACTA VETERINARIA HUNGARICA
(2022)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Farshad Amiraslani
Summary: An increase in the number of free-roaming dogs in Iranian cities has led to a variety of problems. This paper examines the reasons, challenges, and activities related to controlling these dogs based on online news articles. It establishes a scientific link between increased urbanization and its implications for dogs and humans. The findings of this study can be applied to other developing countries facing a rise in rabies cases.
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Veterinary Sciences
Tom Kremer
Summary: Animal shelters are increasingly focused on reducing intake, improving return-to-owner rates, and utilizing interactive tools for data analysis.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2021)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Jacquie Rand, Zohre Ahmadabadi, Jade Norris, Michael Franklin
Summary: In Australia, most cats and dogs entering animal shelters and pounds are strays, often from low-income areas, and many of them are euthanized. The aim of modern sheltering practices is to reduce the number of stray animals. A survey was conducted among Australian pet owners to understand their attitudes towards pet confinement. The results showed that dog owners were more supportive of confining dogs to the owners' property, while cat owners were more supportive of confining cats inside the house at night. The findings provide valuable information for developing strategies to reduce stray animals.
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Veterinary Sciences
Kate F. Hurley
Summary: Animal shelters have historically admitted animals without prior assessment, leading to various negative consequences. However, the adoption of triage and appointment-based services has shown positive outcomes such as improved staff morale, reduced disease rates, and decreased euthanasia.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2022)
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Astronomy & Astrophysics
R. M. Ludlam, B. W. Grefenstette, M. C. Brumback, J. A. Tomsick, D. J. K. Buisson, B. M. Coughenour, G. Mastroserio, D. Wik, R. Krivonos, A. D. Jaodand, K. K. Madsen
Summary: This paper presents an updated catalog of StrayCats observations and new resources for each identified StrayCats stray light source, including additional data and new stray light sources. Long-term light curves and extraction regions were created for each confirmed StrayCats source.
ASTROPHYSICAL JOURNAL
(2022)
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Food Science & Technology
Isis E. Mejias-Carpio, Alberto E. Paniz-Mondolfi, Euler A. Mogollon-Rodriguez, Lourdes A. Delgado-Noguera, Emilia M. Sordillo, Huniades A. Urbina-Medina, Jesica Hayon, Leonardo A. Vetencourt-Pineda, Luis A. Perez-Garcia
Summary: Venezuela is currently experiencing a humanitarian crisis characterized by food insecurity, high rates of malnutrition, poverty-related health issues such as intestinal parasitoses and anemia, and low deworming coverage. Despite modest independent and private epidemiological studies showing high prevalence rates of parasitic infections, public authorities have failed to adequately address the situation.
FRONTIERS IN SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEMS
(2021)
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Veterinary Sciences
R. Zamboni, T. S. Alberti, H. V. Schied, C. S. Bermann, C. B. Brunner, F. R. Venancio, E. M. J. Arantes, E. S. V. Sallis, M. B. Raffi
ARQUIVO BRASILEIRO DE MEDICINA VETERINARIA E ZOOTECNIA
(2020)
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Veterinary Sciences
R. Zamboni, T. S. Alberti, H. Scheid, F. R. Venancio, C. B. Brunner, O. A. Martins, M. B. Raffi, E. S. Sallis
ARQUIVO BRASILEIRO DE MEDICINA VETERINARIA E ZOOTECNIA
(2020)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
H. V. Schied, R. Zamboni, T. S. Alberti, C. B. Brunner, F. R. Venancio, E. M. J. Arantes, M. B. Raff, A. L. Schild, E. S. V. Sallis
ARQUIVO BRASILEIRO DE MEDICINA VETERINARIA E ZOOTECNIA
(2020)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Igor Ribeiro dos Santos, Jacqueline Raiter, Carolina Buss Brunner, Francieli Adriane Molossi, Luan Cleber Henker, Tainah Pereira Dal Pont, Laura Junqueira de Camargo, Raquel Silva Alves, Claudio Wageck Canal, Andressa da Silva Martins, Tamires Ataides Silva, Ana Carolina Borsanelli, David Driemeier
Summary: A significant mortality event occurred in Southern Lapwing in southern Brazil in the fall of 2021. Approximately 130 adult lapwings died, showing weakness and flaccid paralysis. Investigation revealed that the birds had ingested maggots containing botulinum neurotoxin. The diagnosis of botulism was confirmed through laboratory tests.
VETERINARY RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
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Veterinary Sciences
Taina dos Santos Alberti, Carolina Buss Brunner, Fabiano da Rosa Venancio, Thais Cozza dos Santos, Leonardo Schuler Faccini, Jessica Line Farias, Josiane Bonel
Summary: Craniomandibular osteopathy (CMO) is a rare degenerative bone disease in dogs. This study evaluated two cases of CMO in mixed-breed dogs from the same litter, showing bone proliferation in the head and temporomandibular joint (TMJ), and femoral lesions in one of the dogs.
ACTA SCIENTIAE VETERINARIAE
(2021)
