Journal of Veterinary and Animal Sciences

Canine breeding as a profession has the potential to create employment opportunities in Kerala. Establishing and managing a canine breeding enterprise can generate jobs in fields related to animal welfare, health, and administration. Nevertheless, the state faces a dea…

The aim of the study was to develop folate-enriched yoghurt incorporating lactic acid bacterial isolate obtained from natural sources. Ten lactic acid bacterial isolates obtained from natural sources, available in the Department of Dairy Science, College of Veterinary …

This study aims to investigate the impact of storage duration on the physico-chemical properties of soy-fortified Shrikhand, a traditional Indian fermented dairy product. The experimental Soy-fortified Shrikhand (SS) and control Shrikhand (CS) was stored under refriger…

The present work was undertaken with the aim to study the histological features of trachea and lung of dog. The lung was collected from six apparently healthy dogs, cut into small pieces, routine histological processing done and images were recorded. Histologically tra…

The present study was envisaged to determine the prevalence of Brugia malayi in dogs in lymphatic filariosis endemic areas of Kerala. A total of 300 samples, consisting of 100 dog blood samples each from the endemic areas of Alappuzha, Ernakulam and Thrissur districts …

The study evaluated the effect of specific seminal plasma fractions on the in vitro fertility parameters of Large White Yorkshire (LWY) boar sperm. Semen collected as separate fractions from four adult LWY boars as F1 (first 10 mL of sperm rich fraction), F2 (rest of t…

Paneer, a milk product coagulated by heat and acid, typically has a short shelf-life of one day at room temperature thus restricting its availability in the market. In this study, efforts were made to prolong its shelf-life at room temperature by applying an edible coa…

Post-fermentation acidification (PFA) or post-acidification is defined as the development of acidity after the desirable fermentation. PFA is not a preferred phenomenon in fermented milk products due to the detrimental effects on product quality and shelf life. So alte…

The objective of this investigation was to assess the potential protective effect of the herbal formulation Bronco-T against deleterious biochemical perturbations induced by formaldehyde in the liver and muscle tissues of male albino rats. The study aims to elucidate h…

The current research work was undertaken to study the occurrence and pathology of cutaneous tumours in dogs and their age, breed, location and gender-wise distribution. A total of 33 samples suspected of cutaneous tumours were collected from the cases presented to Teac…

A six-year-old male spitz dog was presented with deep corneal ulcer in left eye and cataractous changes in right eye. Menace response, cotton ball test and pupillary light reflex were found negative for both eyes. Fluorescein dye test was positive for left eye and no i…

The present study was carried out with the objective to detect Listeria monocytogenes from raw milk and chicken meat. Two hundred samples of raw milk and chicken meat were obtained from local dairy farms and retail outlets, respectively in Thrissur, Kerala. These sampl…

Globally, campylobacteriosis is one of the most common causes of gastroenteritis in humans. Campylobacter is an enteric pathogen present as a commensal in the gastrointestinal tract of a wide variety of animals and birds. Poultry, pig and livestock are the main reservo…

This study aimed to assess the impact of supplementing Lactobacillus plantarum as probiotic, Mannan oligosaccharides (MOS) as prebiotic, and combination of probiotic and prebiotic on growth performance and ileal digestibility of nutrients in broiler chickens. A total o…

An assessment on knowledge of hygienic slaughtering practices in selected municipal corporations of Kerala was carried out. Thirty chicken retail entrepreneurs from each three selected municipal corporations of Kerala to a total of 90 were randomly selected for the stu…

The present study analysed the socio-demographic profile and the pattern of consumption of meat among consumers in the Thrissur Corporation area of Kerala state, India.A survey research design using a pretested structured schedule was employed among a sample of 150 mea…

Numerous studies on endometritis of postpartum dairy cows describe the bacterial aetiology of the condition. However, studies on fungal agents causing inflammatory conditions of the reproductive tract are limited. The objective of the present study was to identify the …

A study was conducted to perform the quantitative analysis of canine foetal lung and liver sonographic images in the late term of gestation (58-67 days) and to evaluate its association with serum progesterone concentration. Thirty-two pregnant bitches were selected for…

Rodent-borne zoonoses pose great threat to human as well as animal health and productivity. Leptospira is one among the major pathogens harboured by rats and is neglected worldwide leading to their misdiagnosis and underdiagnosis. Rapid urbanisation favours exposure of…

Bitches carrying a single pup can be considered as high-risk pregnancy with a greater risk of uterine inertia and obstructive dystocia. Successful management of singleton pregnancies in dogs requires early identification of the condition and the implementation of a saf…

Bacterial isolation and identification were carried out from the urine samples collected from 50 dogs with clinical signs of urinary tract infection (UTI). After conducting biochemical tests and observing growth on selective media, the isolates were identified as Klebs…

Canine cystic endometrial hyperplasia- pyometra complex (CEH-P) is a hormonal and bacteria mediated reproductive disorder of intact, sexually mature bitches. Though, ovariohysterectomy (OHE) is considered as the treatment of choice in CEH-P, the advent of novel therape…

The current study was conducted with the objective of determining the cause for a significant increase in mortality rates in poultry farms situated in and around Thrissur. The study material consisted of 100 birds aged between two and four months, which were brought fo…

The present study focuses on evaluating the probiotic potential and enzyme profiling of indigenous lactic acid bacteria. The cultures used were Lactiplantibacillus plantarum, two Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus, Lactobacillus acidophilus, and Limosilactobacillus fermentum…

A feeding trial of 120 days was conducted to assess the effect of replacement of paddy straw by shredded arecanut spathe in total mixed ration for crossbred calves on growth performance and haematobiochemical parameters. Eighteen female crossbred calves of eight to twe…

Kaalan, a regional dairy product renowned in the central regions of Kerala, holds cultural significance but faces waning popularity due to its laborious preparation and limited understanding. The absence of literature necessitates further exploration into its quality a…

Binder of sperm (BSP) proteins represent a major class of proteins present in seminal plasma of ungulates. These proteins play a crucial role in various stages of fertilisation. The proteins have been extensively studied in purebred exotic cattle and many other species…

The present study was undertaken on vomeronasal organ in SVVU T-17 breed of domestic pig at different levels i.e., papilla incisiva, first palatine rugae, third palatine rugae and fifth palatine rugae. The vomeronasal organ consisted of an internal epithelial duct, mid…

Duck farmers face significant economic losses due to infections caused by duck virus enteritis (DVE) virus and Pasteurella multocida (P. multocida), leading to high morbidity and mortality. These pathogens exhibit similar clinical manifestations. Thus, differentiating …

This case report, describes the gross and histopathological lesions in two desi fowls that were brought for post mortem examination. Necropsy revealed deposition of chalky white material covering the abdominal viscera and heart. Liver was seen enlarged, liver and kidne…

A traumatic avulsion wound of the footpad in a 12-year-old male Bengal tiger (Panthera tigris tigris), housed at the Thrissur Zoo, was sutured under general anaesthesia. Following disruption of sutures and gaping of the wound, it was treated with low-level laser therap…

A one-year old male domestic short hair cat was presented to TVCC, Pookode, with severe anaemia. CBC revealed Hb 2.9 g/dL, VPRC 7.2 per cent, RBC 1.49 x10⁶ /µL and platelet count 24 x 103 /µL. Mycoplasmosis and Ctenocephalides felis infestation was confirme…

A total of 13 corneas affected with pigmentary keratitis were selected for the study. Corneal clarity was assessed by visual examination and direct ophthalmoscope.Central and limbal corneal thickness was recorded with an Ultrasound pachymeter (PachPen). Pigmentation gr…

Banked serum samples of 60 dead captive Asian elephants were used to evaluate a dot ELISA for tuberculosis screening, of which 30 each were taken as cases and controls. The 30 samples that were recorded as positive for Mycobacterium tuberculosis by culture and PCR besi…

The study was undertaken to evaluate the effect of GnRH analogue, buserelin, on the semen quality of subfertile male dogs. Six male dogs between two and seven years of age with a history of subfertility presented for breeding soundness evaluation (BSE) at the Universit…