Journal of Veterinary and Animal Sciences

Bovine mastitis remains a significant constraint to dairy production worldwide, resulting in substantial economic losses, animal welfare concerns and growing limitations of antimicrobial-based therapies due to antimicrobial resistance and regulatory restrictions. Mesen…

The present study evaluated the semen quality parameters of Malabari bucks during pre-monsoon (March- May), south-west monsoon (June-September), post-monsoon (October-November) and winter (December-February) seasons. The semen ejaculates (n=120) collected from five hea…

This study developed and validated a low-cost, on-pack freshness tag for buffalo meat (carabeef) stored under commercial modified-atmosphere refrigeration (30 % CO2 : 20 % O2 : 50 % N2, 4 ± 1 °C). Bromothymol blue (BTB, 1 % w/v) was immobilised on Whatman No…

Mycoplasma gallisepticum (MG) and Mycoplasma synoviae (MS) are economically important respiratory pathogens of birds causing significant losses to poultry industry. The present study was aimed at serodetection of MG and MS antibodies in broiler chicken serum samples us…

The enrichment of traditional dairy-based desserts such as shrikhand with soy protein represents a viable strategy for enhancing nutritional quality. Despite this potential, limited attention has been directed towards the influence of storage on the sensory profile of …

The identification of new, reliable amniotic fluid markers for evaluating neonatal maturity is crucial in canine clinical practice to optimise perinatal outcomes. The current study assessed the impact of elective caesarean section (ELCS) and emergency caesarean section…

Hydrogels, with extracellular matrix (ECM) like properties, support tissue regeneration by maintaining moisture and oxygen diffusion. In this study, a hydrogel was developed from decellularised porcine tunica vaginalis (DPTV) blended with carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) …

The present study evaluated the effect of supplementation of emulsifier and probiotic supplement with sodium butyrate in milk replacer on haircoat condition and blood biochemical profile in pre-ruminant crossbred calves. Twelve healthy calves, seven days old, were rand…

Canine superficial tumours are among the most frequently diagnosed neoplasms in dogs, arising from the skin, mucosa and underlying connective tissues, and they exhibit wide biological diversity ranging from benign growths to highly malignant lesions with metastatic pot…

The development of species-specific protocols for platelet-rich plasma (PRP) preparation is critical for ensuring quality and reproducibility in veterinary regenerative medicine. This study aimed to standardise the preparation of homologous PRP from goat blood using a …

The study compared oestrus duration, duration of follicular persistence, dominant follicle (DF) size, mid-cycle corpus luteum (CL) size and serum progesterone (P4) profiles between spontaneous and prostaglandin F2α (PGF2α)- induced oestrous cycles in crossb…

A study was conducted to evaluate the effect of dietary supplementation of organic acids on growth performance and nutrient utilisation in New Zealand White rabbits. Feeding experiment was conducted in 24 weaned rabbits of either sex, aged four weeks at Rabbit Breeding…

Postpartum uterine infections are major cause of infertility in dairy cows, with Escherichia coli being one of the most common pathogens. Its ability to colonise the endometrium, release endotoxins and form biofilms contributes to persistent infections and reduced trea…

An experiment was conducted to evaluate and compare the effect of Asparagus racemosus root powder and Vitamin E–Selenium supplementation on growth performance and oxidative stress biomarkers in early weaned Malabari goat kids. Twenty-four kids (45 days old) were …

The present study was conducted in six dogs with the objective of evaluation of the haemodynamic stability of total intravenous anaesthesia with etomidate and constant rate infusion with ketamine-lignocaine for maintaining anaesthesia in dogs having cardiovascular dise…

In the current study, leg muscle samples of commercially available (CA) broiler chicken slaughtered traditionally by neck severance and cold slaughtered (CS) broiler chicken carcasses were compared for their physico-chemical characteristics. Sample harvesting was carri…

This study was conducted at the Centre for Pig Production and Research, Mannuthy to investigate the influence of flooring enrichments on the microclimatic environment of Large White Yorkshire (LWY) sows and their piglets. Three flooring systems were evaluated: T1 (conc…

Pyometra is a common and potentially life-threatening uterine disorder in intact bitches, characterised by cystic endometrial hyperplasia, bacterial infection, and systemic inflammatory responses. The present study evaluated ultrasonographic, hormonal, and molecular ch…

Campylobacter spp. are among the leading causes of foodborne diarrhoeal diseases worldwide, posing a growing public health concern due to emerging antimicrobial resistance. This study investigated the occurrence and antibiotic resistance profile of Campylobacter spp. i…

The study was carried out in six female cattle of different breeds, aged between six months to 10 years and weighing 100–480 kg, to assess haemato-biochemical and blood gas alterations during multimodal general anaesthesia. Pre-anaesthetic sedation was achieved w…

Leptospirosis is a widespread zoonotic disease of global importance caused by pathogenic species of Leptospira, affecting a wide range of animals including dogs. In dogs, leptospirosis remains a significant infectious disease characterised by multisystemic involvement …

A feeding experiment was conducted to assess the effect of live Saccharomyces cerevisiae addition on nutrient digestibility and haemato-biochemical parameters in Malabari kids. Eighteen kids, aged three to four months, were selected from the University Goat and Sheep F…

The study was conducted in postpartum lactating dairy cows to evaluate the healing of sole ulcers using Gallium-Arsenide (Ga-As) laser therapy in combination with therapeutic hoof trimming. Thirty-five clinically lame cattle were examined, of which seven animals presen…

The study was conducted on six dogs presented to the Teaching Veterinary Clinical Complex and University Veterinary Hospital, Mannuthy, and University Veterinary Hospital, Kokkalai, with fractures of the radius and ulna. Preoperatively, fractures were diagnosed based o…

Research on reproductive health for endangered species is important for the conservation of biodiversity and species survival in the face of habitat loss and climate change. A scientometric analysis using bibliometric tools for a period starting from 1993 outlined tren…

Eggs are widely consumed as a nutritious food source, providing proteins, vitamins and minerals, yet their high yolk cholesterol content has raised concerns for human health. The present study explored the use of chitosan, a natural bioactive polymer, to reduce yolk ch…