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Veterinary Medicine and Science is a peer-reviewed, open access journal for the rapid dissemination of research in all areas of veterinary medicine and science. The journal aims to serve the research community by providing a vehicle for authors wishing to publish good quality research in both fundamental and clinical veterinary medicine and science. We publish original research articles, reviews, and case reports, along with editorials, commentaries and opinion pieces. Original research papers must report well-conducted research with conclusions supported by the data presented in the paper.
Articles
Spatio‐temporal investigation of reported cases of animal rabies in Ghana from 2010 to 2017
- 23 September 2023
Graphical Abstract
Rabies is endemic in Ghana. Dogs were the species most affected. There was a significant difference in number of reported cases of rabies in the rainy season (April–October) compared to cases in the dry season (November–March).
Magnetic resonance imaging findings of the primitive neuroectodermal tumour in lumbosacral spinal cord in a cat
- 23 September 2023
Graphical Abstract
Graphical Abstract: A 5-year-old, castrated, male domestic short-haired cat presented with neurological deficits in the pelvic limbs, back pain and dysuria. Magnetic resonance imaging showed a mass lesion caudal to the L4 vertebrae. In addition, suspected haemorrhage was observed at the cranial aspect of the mass. There was no evidence to support the presence of extravertebral intrusion or vertebral body, osteolysis. Dorsal laminectomy and durotomy were performed to debulk the intraspinal mass. Histopathological and immunohistochemical assessment revealed a primitive neuroectodermal tumour (PNET).
Antimicrobial susceptibility profile of oral and rectal microbiota of non‐human primate species in Ghana: A threat to human health
- 21 September 2023
Graphical Abstract
The study showed that apparently healthy non-human primates in Ghana harbour zoonotic antimicrobial-resistant bacteria: pathogenic bacteria, such as Escherichia coli, Enterobacter spp., Klebsiella spp., Proteus spp., Enterococcus spp. and Staphylococcus spp. The bacteria isolated from the non-human primates were resistant to commonly used antibiotics in humans and animals, such as Norfloxacin, Ampicillin, Tetracycline, penicillin G, and oxacillin.
Diagnosis of traumatic scleral perforation in a dog using ocular ultrasound and ultrasound biomicroscopy
- 21 September 2023
Graphical Abstract
A Maltese dog was presented for hypotony and decreased vision. Full-thickness scleral perforation was suggested through findings of slit-lamp biomicroscopy and ocular ultrasonography, although there was no visible defect. Ultrasound biomicroscopy had confirmed a full-thickness scleral defect, which was successfully treated by surgical apposition.
Evaluation of breeding objectives, breeding practices and reproductive performance of indigenous dairy cows in selected districts of Kaffa Zone, South West Ethiopia
- 20 September 2023
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This study revealed methods of breeding were predominantly natural-controlled mating, followed by natural-uncontrolled mating and AI in descending order. The values of calving interval and days open were significantly (p < 0.01) higher between two districts, seasons and parities. The value of AFS and AFC were significantly (p < 0.01) varied between two districts.
The following is a list of the most cited articles based on citations published in the last three years, according to CrossRef.
Local and regional anaesthesia in dogs and cats: Overview of concepts and drugs (Part 1)
- 209-217
- 21 January 2020
Graphical Abstract
This manuscript, Part 1 of a two-part instalment, emphasizes the importance of using local and regional anaesthesia as a component of multimodal analgesia, provides a review of the basic pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics of local anaesthetic drugs in general, lists information on commonly used local anaesthetic drugs for local and regional blockade in dogs and cats, and briefly introduces the novel liposome-encapsulated bupivacaine.
Gut microbiota composition may relate to weight loss rate in obese pet dogs
- 252-262
- 3 November 2017
Graphical Abstract
Obese dogs seem to have a different gut microbiota composition compared to lean dogs, and in humans, gut microbiota composition negatively impacts the ability to lose weight in some individuals. During a 12-week weight-loss intervention in dogs, weight loss rate seemed to be related to the composition of the gut microbiota and its production of metabolites.
Lumpy skin disease, an emerging transboundary viral disease: A review
- 888-896
- 1 February 2021
Graphical Abstract
Lumpy skin disease is an emerging disease, which the recent rapid spread of disease in disease-free countries indicates the importance of understanding of the limitations and routes of distribution. The present review is designed to provide existing information on the various aspects of the disease.
Local and regional anaesthesia in dogs and cats: Descriptions of specific local and regional techniques (Part 2)
- 218-234
- 21 January 2020
Graphical Abstract
This manuscript, Part 2 of a two-part instalment, focuses on brief descriptions of select commonly used local/regional anesthesia techniques for dogs and cats that cover a multitude of painful surgeries/injuries and that can be implemented in any practice.
Broiler production challenges in the tropics: A review
- 831-842
- 9 February 2021
Graphical Abstract
Broiler farmers are confronted with crucial problems under tropical climate. The most important is harsh environmental conditions. Heat stress which lead to oxidative stress impairs glucose metabolism, protein efficiency and decreases production performances of broilers.
