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Task-specific morphological and kinematic differences in Lipizzan horses. 利匹赞马的任务特异性形态学和运动学差异。
IF 2.6 2区 农林科学
Frontiers in Veterinary Science Pub Date : 2025-06-17 eCollection Date: 2025-01-01 DOI: 10.3389/fvets.2025.1569067
Manja Zupan Šemrov, Lucie Přibylová, Elena Gobbo
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Editorial: Crosslinking of feed nutrients, microbiome and production in ruminants. 社论:反刍动物饲料营养、微生物群和生产的交联。
IF 2.6 2区 农林科学
Frontiers in Veterinary Science Pub Date : 2025-06-17 eCollection Date: 2025-01-01 DOI: 10.3389/fvets.2025.1610490
Wenjuan Du, Wenjie Xu, Yin Hu, Shengguo Zhao, Fuyong Li, Deguang Song, Junshi Shen, Qingbiao Xu
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Retraction: Recent trends in the use of bacteriophages as replacement of antimicrobials against food-animal pathogens. 撤回:使用噬菌体替代抗食源性动物病原体的最新趋势。
IF 2.6 2区 农林科学
Frontiers in Veterinary Science Pub Date : 2025-06-17 eCollection Date: 2025-01-01 DOI: 10.3389/fvets.2025.1639686
{"title":"Retraction: Recent trends in the use of bacteriophages as replacement of antimicrobials against food-animal pathogens.","authors":"","doi":"10.3389/fvets.2025.1639686","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3389/fvets.2025.1639686","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>[This retracts the article DOI: 10.3389/fvets.2023.1162465.].</p>","PeriodicalId":12772,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers in Veterinary Science","volume":"12 ","pages":"1639686"},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2025-06-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12211860/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144540009","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Imipramine-induced immunomodulation and intracellular growth inhibition during Brucella abortus 544 infection in RAW 264.7 cells and BALB/c mice. 丙咪嗪诱导的流产布鲁氏菌544感染对RAW 264.7细胞和BALB/c小鼠的免疫调节和细胞内生长抑制。
IF 2.6 2区 农林科学
Frontiers in Veterinary Science Pub Date : 2025-06-16 eCollection Date: 2025-01-01 DOI: 10.3389/fvets.2025.1598106
Ched Nicole Turbela Aguilar, Tran Xuan Ngoc Huy, Trang Thi Nguyen, Said Abdi Salad, Seong Eun Cho, Il-Hwa Hong, Wongi Min, Hu Jang Lee, Suk Kim
{"title":"Imipramine-induced immunomodulation and intracellular growth inhibition during <i>Brucella abortus</i> 544 infection in RAW 264.7 cells and BALB/c mice.","authors":"Ched Nicole Turbela Aguilar, Tran Xuan Ngoc Huy, Trang Thi Nguyen, Said Abdi Salad, Seong Eun Cho, Il-Hwa Hong, Wongi Min, Hu Jang Lee, Suk Kim","doi":"10.3389/fvets.2025.1598106","DOIUrl":"10.3389/fvets.2025.1598106","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Brucellosis is a significant zoonotic infection with increasing global prevalence. Traditional treatments rely on antibiotic combinations, but challenges such as drug resistance and relapse necessitate the exploration of alternative therapeutic options. Imipramine hydrochloride (ImiP) has shown potential as an adjunctive treatment for infectious diseases. This study investigates the immunomodulatory effects of ImiP in <i>B. abortus</i> 544 infections in murine macrophages and BALB/c mice. <i>In vitro</i>, RAW 264.7 cells exposed to ImiP exhibited reduced <i>B. abortus</i> replication, decreased nitrite levels, and enhanced bactericidal effects. <i>In vivo</i>, ImiP treatment significantly decreased bacterial loads in the spleen (10 mg/kg, **<i>p</i> < 0.01; 20 mg/kg, *<i>p</i> < 0.05) and liver (10 mg/kg, **<i>p</i> < 0.01; 20 mg/kg, ***<i>p</i> < 0.001), compared to untreated controls. Histopathological analysis revealed minimal liver microgranuloma formation and periportal inflammation in ImiP-treated mice. Moreover, flow cytometry showed decreased CD4<sup>+</sup> and CD8<sup>+</sup> T cell expression, while serum cytokine profiling indicated a Th1-driven immune response, characterized by elevated levels of IL-12 and decreased IL-10. These findings suggest that ImiP possesses both immunomodulatory and antibacterial effects, highlighting its potential as an adjunctive therapy for brucellosis.</p>","PeriodicalId":12772,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers in Veterinary Science","volume":"12 ","pages":"1598106"},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2025-06-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12206653/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144527648","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Antiviral activity of nitazoxanide against pseudorabies virus infection in vitro. nitazoxanide体外抗伪狂犬病毒感染的研究。
IF 2.6 2区 农林科学
Frontiers in Veterinary Science Pub Date : 2025-06-16 eCollection Date: 2025-01-01 DOI: 10.3389/fvets.2025.1623545
Lei Tan, Pei Zhu, Zhaori Getu, Xi Yang, Shiling Zheng, Yuqing Duan, Jinping Wang, Yi Zhou, Yuyang Hu, Yijing Wang, Yuying Yang, Mengting Zuo, Jun Yao
{"title":"Antiviral activity of nitazoxanide against pseudorabies virus infection <i>in vitro</i>.","authors":"Lei Tan, Pei Zhu, Zhaori Getu, Xi Yang, Shiling Zheng, Yuqing Duan, Jinping Wang, Yi Zhou, Yuyang Hu, Yijing Wang, Yuying Yang, Mengting Zuo, Jun Yao","doi":"10.3389/fvets.2025.1623545","DOIUrl":"10.3389/fvets.2025.1623545","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Pseudorabies (PR), an infectious disease caused by pseudorabies virus (PRV), has been responsible for substantial economic losses within the global swine industry. However, effective control measures and vaccines against PRV remain limited, thereby underscoring the necessity for the development of innovative antiviral agents targeting PRV. Nitazoxanide (NTZ) is an FDA-approved anthelminthic drug, has shown efficacy in inhibiting a variety of viral infections. This study aims to evaluate the antiviral properties of NTZ against PRV infection <i>in vitro</i>. The findings demonstrated that NTZ treatment significantly inhibited PRV infection in a dose-dependent manner in both PK15 and Vero cell lines, with the primary inhibitory effect occurring during the viral replication phase, rather than during the attachment, entry, or release phases of the virus. Subsequent RNA-Seq analysis revealed that cellular signaling pathways related to oxidative stress were implicated in the antiviral efficacy of NTZ against PRV infection. In conclusion, our findings implicate that NTZ effectively suppress PRV infection <i>in vitro</i>, suggesting its potential as a promising antiviral candidate for the clinical interventions in <i>Alphaherpesvirinae</i> infections.</p>","PeriodicalId":12772,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers in Veterinary Science","volume":"12 ","pages":"1623545"},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2025-06-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12206632/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144527644","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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The effect of Japanese eel as a main ingredient on hair condition, antioxidant ability, apparent total tract digestibility and body weight gain in cat food. 以日本鳗鲡为主要成分对猫粮中毛发状况、抗氧化能力、表观全消化道消化率和体重增加的影响。
IF 2.6 2区 农林科学
Frontiers in Veterinary Science Pub Date : 2025-06-16 eCollection Date: 2025-01-01 DOI: 10.3389/fvets.2025.1553320
Yilin Yuan, Leilei Zhu, Xuan Cai, Hui Mao, Tingting Wang, Shengqing Tao, Jiayu Bao, Chengyin Liu, Jie Feng
{"title":"The effect of Japanese eel as a main ingredient on hair condition, antioxidant ability, apparent total tract digestibility and body weight gain in cat food.","authors":"Yilin Yuan, Leilei Zhu, Xuan Cai, Hui Mao, Tingting Wang, Shengqing Tao, Jiayu Bao, Chengyin Liu, Jie Feng","doi":"10.3389/fvets.2025.1553320","DOIUrl":"10.3389/fvets.2025.1553320","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study aims to evaluate the impact of Japanese eel (<i>Anguilla japonica</i>) as a primary ingredient in cat food on hair condition, antioxidant capacity, apparent total tract digestibility (ATTD), and body weight gain in adult cats. Twenty-four healthy adult cats were assigned divided into three dietary groups: a 0% eel group (C), a 14% eel group (T1), and a 40% eel group (T2). Over a 56-day period, hair coat condition, ATTD, antioxidant indices, and body weight were monitored. The results indicated an improvement in hair luster and softness among the high eel group. By day 56, the 40% eel group demonstrated significant improvements in both hair luster (3.0 vs. 2.4 in control, <i>p</i> < 0.05) and softness (3.0 vs. 2.2 in control, <i>p</i> < 0.05). Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) analysis confirmed a significant reduction in hair scale thickness for the 14% (39.36% reduction) and 40% eel groups (46.80% reduction) compared to the control group (<i>p</i> < 0.05). The ATTD of calcium was significantly higher in both eel groups (71.3% for T1 and 74.1% for T2 vs. 62.8% in control, <i>p</i> < 0.05); however, no significant differences were observed regarding crude fat or protein digestibility (<i>p</i> > 0.05). Serum antioxidant capacity was notably enhanced in the 14% eel group, with a 23% increase in total antioxidant capacity (T-AOC) and a 15% increase in superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity compared to the control (<i>p</i> < 0.05). Furthermore, glutathione (GSH) content was higher, and malondialdehyde (MDA) levels were lower in the eel groups; however, these differences did not reach statistical significance (<i>p</i> > 0.05). Notably, body weight gain showed a slight downward trend in the eel groups, with average daily gain recorded at 2.1 g/day for T2 versus 2.4 g/day for the control group, though this difference was not significant (<i>p</i> > 0.05). Fecal scores remained consistent across all experimental groups, indicating no adverse effects on fecal quality (<i>p</i> > 0.05). These findings suggest that incorporating Japanese eel into cat food can enhance hair coat condition and antioxidant capacity without adverse effects on body weight or fecal quality. Therefore, it is recommended to include a 14% level for optimal benefits.</p>","PeriodicalId":12772,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers in Veterinary Science","volume":"12 ","pages":"1553320"},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2025-06-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12206635/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144527654","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Pandemic predisposing influence for feline lower urinary disorders. 大流行对猫下尿障碍的易感性影响。
IF 2.6 2区 农林科学
Frontiers in Veterinary Science Pub Date : 2025-06-16 eCollection Date: 2025-01-01 DOI: 10.3389/fvets.2025.1546288
Carolina C L Paulino, André Meneses, Pedro Almeida, Paulo Dinis, Joana Tavares de Oliveira
{"title":"Pandemic predisposing influence for feline lower urinary disorders.","authors":"Carolina C L Paulino, André Meneses, Pedro Almeida, Paulo Dinis, Joana Tavares de Oliveira","doi":"10.3389/fvets.2025.1546288","DOIUrl":"10.3389/fvets.2025.1546288","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Lower urinary tract signs (LUTS) in cats encompass a range of clinical symptoms, that may have been altered by the unique circumstances of confinement and increased human interaction during the lockdowns associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. The stress of confinement could exacerbate underlying behavioral issues, while increased caregiver presence might influence the expression of LUTS, potentially leading to either improved monitoring and early detection or increased stress-related symptoms. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the presentation and outcomes of LUTS in cats by examining the potential influence of increased caregiver presence and confinement-related stress on clinical manifestations and disease progression. This retrospective study reviewed 298 cats with LUTS seen at a veterinary hospital from 2019 to 2021. Inclusion criteria required a complete set of examinations, including urinalysis, imaging, and urine culture. Cats were divided into a before-pandemic (BP) group and a during-pandemic (DP) group. Key variables, such as urethral obstruction, recurrence rates, and mortality, were statistically analyzed. The DP group demonstrated a statistically significant decrease in relapses (<i>p</i> < 0.001) and mortality (<i>p</i> < 0.05) compared to the BP group. Despite a rise in urethral obstructions in the DP group (<i>p</i> = 0.036), there was an overall reduction in adverse outcomes. BP cats were more likely to experience multiple episodes of LUTS than DP cats (<i>p</i> < 0.01). The findings suggest a positive impact of caregiver presence during the pandemic on LUTS outcomes, possibly due to improved monitoring and timely intervention. These insights underscore the potential benefits of increased caregiver engagement in managing feline LUTS.</p>","PeriodicalId":12772,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers in Veterinary Science","volume":"12 ","pages":"1546288"},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2025-06-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12206651/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144527651","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Dietary inclusion of defatted black soldier fly larvae meal: impacts on laying hen performance, egg quality, serum biomarkers, and intestinal morphology. 饲粮中添加脱脂黑虻幼虫对蛋鸡生产性能、蛋品质、血清生物标志物和肠道形态的影响
IF 2.6 2区 农林科学
Frontiers in Veterinary Science Pub Date : 2025-06-13 eCollection Date: 2025-01-01 DOI: 10.3389/fvets.2025.1605077
Lifei Chen, Haoyang Sun, Hanhan Song, Guiying Wang, Xiuliang Ma, Jiacai Tu, Lei Yang, Junxia Li, Yuxi Wang, Xueqiang Meng, Wenyu Zhang, Shenghao Li, Qile Tian, Yinling Zhao, Hongyan Yang, Peixian Wang, Lusheng Li
{"title":"Dietary inclusion of defatted black soldier fly larvae meal: impacts on laying hen performance, egg quality, serum biomarkers, and intestinal morphology.","authors":"Lifei Chen, Haoyang Sun, Hanhan Song, Guiying Wang, Xiuliang Ma, Jiacai Tu, Lei Yang, Junxia Li, Yuxi Wang, Xueqiang Meng, Wenyu Zhang, Shenghao Li, Qile Tian, Yinling Zhao, Hongyan Yang, Peixian Wang, Lusheng Li","doi":"10.3389/fvets.2025.1605077","DOIUrl":"10.3389/fvets.2025.1605077","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study investigated the effects of 3% (G3), 6% (G6), and 9% (G9) dietary defatted black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) meal on 288 Hy-Line Brown laying hens over 210 days. While egg production and weight showed no significant differences (<i>p</i> > 0.05), feed-to-egg ratios increased in higher inclusion groups (G6, G9) versus 0% control (G0) during later phases (<i>p</i> < 0.01). G6 exhibited enhanced eggshell strength versus G0 (<i>p</i> < 0.05), while G3 demonstrated thicker eggshells than all groups (<i>p</i> < 0.05). Serum analysis revealed G3 had superior total antioxidant capacity and lower lipid peroxidation versus G0 and G9 (<i>p</i> < 0.05), along with elevated gonadotropin-releasing hormone levels compared to G9 (<i>p</i> < 0.05). Intestinal morphology remained unaffected across treatments. The 3% BSFL inclusion optimally balanced eggshell quality and antioxidant status under isoenergetic-isoprotein conditions, supporting its viability as a sustainable protein source in poultry diets. Findings advocate BSFL meal as an eco-friendly feed alternative, with 3% identified as the most effective inclusion rate.</p>","PeriodicalId":12772,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers in Veterinary Science","volume":"12 ","pages":"1605077"},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2025-06-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12202231/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144527647","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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"This is my why." Exploring the concept of meaningful work in early-career veterinarians across Canada. “这就是我的原因。”探索加拿大早期职业兽医中有意义工作的概念。
IF 2.6 2区 农林科学
Frontiers in Veterinary Science Pub Date : 2025-06-13 eCollection Date: 2025-01-01 DOI: 10.3389/fvets.2025.1595949
Emily Morabito, Andria Jones, Tipsarp Kittisiam, Martin Cake, Caroline Ritter
{"title":"\"This is my why.\" Exploring the concept of meaningful work in early-career veterinarians across Canada.","authors":"Emily Morabito, Andria Jones, Tipsarp Kittisiam, Martin Cake, Caroline Ritter","doi":"10.3389/fvets.2025.1595949","DOIUrl":"10.3389/fvets.2025.1595949","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>The veterinary profession is marked by significant mental health challenges, including stress and burnout, particularly among early-career veterinarians. Positive psychology highlights the importance of meaningful work as a pathway to enhance well-being (e.g., increasing resilience through a sense of purpose). Despite this, there is limited understanding of how early-career veterinarians perceive and experience meaningful work during the transition from student to practitioner.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This study aimed to: (1) explore early-career veterinarians' perceptions of meaningful work, and (2) investigate the intricacies of meaningful work experienced by early-career veterinarians during the transition period. A qualitative, phenomenological approach was utilized, involving semi-structured interviews with 21 early-career veterinarians from Canadian veterinary colleges. Data were analyzed using template analysis to identify themes in the data.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The analysis identified five key themes: the obscure concept of meaningful work, meaning found through connection, making a difference, the ability to be creative and problem-solve, and the evolving nature of meaning. Participants initially found meaningful work difficult to define, reflecting its subjective nature. Connections with animals and humans, such as clients and colleagues, emerged as crucial sources of meaning. Making tangible differences for animals, caretakers, and the community was seen as central to their work. The ability to creatively solve problems provided intellectual satisfaction and enhanced their sense of purpose. Participants noted that their understanding of meaningful work evolved with experience, highlighting the interplay between professional growth and personal fulfillment.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>In conclusion, early-career veterinarians derived meaningful work from a combination of deep connections, impactful contributions, and creative problem-solving, which evolved over time. These insights can inform strategies to improve well-being within the profession by fostering supportive environments that encourage reflective practices, personal growth, and pathways to meaning and purpose.</p>","PeriodicalId":12772,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers in Veterinary Science","volume":"12 ","pages":"1595949"},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2025-06-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12202214/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144527643","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Investigating the role of environmental factors in the French highly pathogenic avian influenza epizootic in 2022-2023. 调查环境因素在2022-2023年法国高致病性禽流感流行中的作用。
IF 2.6 2区 农林科学
Frontiers in Veterinary Science Pub Date : 2025-06-13 eCollection Date: 2025-01-01 DOI: 10.3389/fvets.2025.1541019
Maryem Ben Salem, Mathieu Andraud, Stéphanie Bougeard, Virginie Allain, Morgane Salines, Rodolphe Thomas, Audrey Schmitz, Legrand Saint-Cyr, Karine Fiore, Sophie Le Bouquin, Axelle Scoizec
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