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{"title":"Hypocalcemia in Transition Dairy Cows: Immunometabolic Dysfunction,Diagnostic, and Preventive Management.","authors":"Souad Aiche, Mira Chikhaoui, Fadhèla Smail, Imen Benchikh, Khouloud Aitialeff","doi":"10.1016/j.tvjl.2026.106940","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tvjl.2026.106940","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>One of the most prevalent metabolic disorders affecting dairy cows during the periparturient period is hypocalcemia, which is increasingly viewed as a complex immunometabolic disease rather than a simple calcium deficiency. Recent evidence shows that complex interactions between endocrine regulation, immune dysfunction, oxidative stress, and metabolic adaptations play a role in the development of both clinical and subclinical hypocalcemia. Prevalence rates for clinical hypocalcemia range from approximately 3-10% and for subclinical forms up to 50% or more in multiparous dairy cows, thereby underlining its significant economic and health impact on modern dairy production systems. Impaired reproductive performance, reduced milk yield, increased susceptibility to mastitis, metritis, retained placenta, displaced abomasum, and decreased fertility have been associated with hypocalcemia. The review offers a comprehensive and up-to-date summary of the pathophysiological mechanisms driving hypocalcemia in dairy cows, focusing on immunological changes and oxidative stress pathways. Current knowledge on disruptions in calcium homeostasis is synthesised, along with advances in diagnostic strategies such as ionised calcium measurement and point-of-care testing, and recent developments in preventive and therapeutic approaches tailored to modern dairy farming. The review stresses the significance of early detection and tailored management approaches to enhance animal health, productivity, and reproductive performance.</p>","PeriodicalId":23505,"journal":{"name":"Veterinary journal","volume":" ","pages":"106940"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2026-10-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149224881","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Knowledge, attitudes and practices towards antibiotic prescription by veterinarians: A systematic review of qualitative studies.","authors":"Leonardo de Rago Nery Alves, Jacinta Oliveira Pinho, Marta Estrela, Ana Sousa, Ana Cláudia Coelho, Paula Alexandra Oliveira, Adolfo Figueiras, Fátima Roque, Maria Teresa Herdeiro","doi":"10.1016/j.tvjl.2026.106937","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tvjl.2026.106937","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a public health problem with global impacts. Thus, responsible antibiotic use across human and veterinary health sectors must be fostered. Veterinarians play a crucial role in antimicrobial stewardship (AMS), yet their prescribing attitudes are influenced by a complex interplay of factors. This study aimed to collect and synthesize evidence from qualitative studies focusing on the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of veterinarians regarding antibiotic prescription to identify the factors influencing clinical decisions and contribute to AMS strategies. This systematic review followed PRISMA and ENTREQ guidelines, with a protocol registered in PROSPERO (CRD42024529868). On 15 March 2024, the databases Medline/PubMed, EMBASE, Web of Knowledge, and CAB International were searched without time restrictions, and an updated search was conducted on September 11, 2025. Only qualitative and mixed methods studies involving veterinarians working with companion or food-producing animals were included. Critical appraisal was performed using the Joanna Briggs Institute checklist for qualitative research. After search and screening, 28 studies were included, with data mostly being collected through interviews. In total, 34 influencing factors were identified: intrinsic (n = 12) and extrinsic factors (n = 22). Among the intrinsic factors, professional experience, the need to satisfy client's expectations, fear of clinical complications, and fear of losing clients were the most identified. Among the extrinsic factors, client-related (financial resources, expectations, and compliance), antibiotic characteristics, disease prevention, and animal clinical status were identified as main drivers for antibiotic selection and prescribing. Larger-scale mixed methods or longitudinal studies, especially in underrepresented regions, should be encouraged. Strategies under the One Health approach should be effectively implemented to promote the rational use of antibiotics in veterinary medicine, integrating continuing education, easily accessible, practical, and updated regulatory policies and guidelines, animal facilities improvement, and programs that strengthen communication between veterinarians and animal owners.</p>","PeriodicalId":23505,"journal":{"name":"Veterinary journal","volume":" ","pages":"106937"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2026-10-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149224950","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Gastrointestinal parasite control practices in pigs: A questionnaire survey of Australian veterinarians and Victorian pig producers.","authors":"Ghazanfar Abbas, Leah G Starick, Regina M Fogarty, Bernie Gleeson, Dianne E Phillips, Tao Wang, Mark A Stevenson, Robin B Gasser, Abdul Jabbar","doi":"10.1016/j.tvjl.2026.106943","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tvjl.2026.106943","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Gastrointestinal parasites remain an important yet under-recognised challenge in Australian pig production. This study evaluated knowledge, diagnostic practices, parasite control strategies, and awareness of antiparasitic resistance among Australian pig veterinarians and Victorian pig producers using two online REDCap questionnaires conducted between April and December 2024. Responses were obtained from 21 veterinarians and 83 producers. Veterinarians demonstrated greater awareness of parasitism than producers, with 67% (14/21) reporting parasite-associated disease and 52% (11/21) observing abattoir lesions, compared with 23% (19/83) and 7% (6/83) of producers, respectively. While 57% (12/21) of veterinarians recommended faecal egg counts, only 17% (14/83) of producers used them. Antiparasitic treatment was recommended by 76% (16/21) of veterinarians but used by only 48% (40/83) of producers. Veterinarians recommended strategic treatments, whereas producers predominantly relied on interval-based dosing. Concerns about antiparasitic resistance were reported by 57% (12/21) of veterinarians and 37% (31/83) of producers. The majority of veterinarians (81%, 17/21) had not received recent continuing education on pig parasites, and 68% (56/83) of producers lacked formal animal science training. These findings should be interpreted considering the voluntary survey design, small veterinarian sample, Victorian-only producer sample, and reliance on self-reported data. Nevertheless, these findings reveal substantial gaps in parasite awareness, diagnosis, and control practices, highlighting the need for targeted education, improved surveillance, and evidence-based parasite management programs for the Australian pig industry.</p>","PeriodicalId":23505,"journal":{"name":"Veterinary journal","volume":" ","pages":"106943"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2026-10-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149224935","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Medical Therapies for the Treatment of Osteoarthritis in the Horse - 20 years later….","authors":"Charlotte K Barton, Laurie R Goodrich","doi":"10.1016/j.tvjl.2026.106935","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tvjl.2026.106935","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Osteoarthritis (OA) is a debilitating joint disease, characterized by a degenerative catabolic cascade resulting in detrimental changes to all aspects of the joint including the irreversible destruction of articular cartilage. In 2006, a narrative review by Goodrich and Nixon outlined the available treatments for the medical management of OA; however, since that time substantial progress has been made. In recent years the therapeutic options for veterinarians managing horses with OA has increased significantly with a multitude of products available on the market. While many of the conventional treatments remain in clinical use, ongoing research continues to refine their application and evaluate their efficacy. Since their introduction, orthobiologic therapeutics have undergone extensive development, resulting in the emergence of numerous allogenic and autologous therapeutics. Similarly, cellular based therapies have advanced considerably. Overall, these advancements reflect a broader shift in treatment from those aimed predominantly at symptom management to interventions designed to modify the OA disease process. This narrative review follows up on the past 20 years of progress, outlining current evidence-based recommendations to provide a comprehensive guide for clinicians selecting therapeutic agents to treat horses with OA.</p>","PeriodicalId":23505,"journal":{"name":"Veterinary journal","volume":" ","pages":"106935"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2026-10-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149216798","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Global prevalence of equine piroplasmosis: A systematic review and meta-analysis of evidence from 2020 to 2025.","authors":"Lintang Winantya Firdausy, Faisal Fikri, Arya Pradana Wicaksono, Salipudin Tasil Maslamama, Muhammad Thohawi Elziyad Purnama","doi":"10.1016/j.tvjl.2026.106941","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.tvjl.2026.106941","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Equine piroplasmosis remains a major constraint to equine health, productivity, and international movement. In compliance with PRISMA 2020 criteria, a systematic review and meta-analysis were carried out to estimate the pooled global prevalence of equine piroplasmosis and identify possible sources of risk variables. Databases including PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, ScienceDirect, Springer Nature, Europe PMC, Cochrane Library, ProQuest, CABI Digital Library, and Google Scholar were searched between 2020 and 2025. Random-effects meta-analyses were performed to calculate pooled prevalence estimates. Subgroup analyses, meta-regression, and publication bias assessments were conducted using RStudio software version 4.6.0. Among the 95 studies included in the analysis, the pooled prevalence of active T. equi infection was 25.21%, while the corresponding seroprevalence was 30.96%. For active B. caballi infection, the pooled prevalence was 4.60%, compared with a seroprevalence of 10.90%. The pooled prevalence of active T. haneyi infection was 12.18%. Substantial heterogeneity (I² > 90%) was identified across all pooled estimates, likely reflecting differences in sampling periods and sample sizes, geographic regions, diagnostic approaches, and host demographics. Meta-regression revealed a significant increasing temporal trend in T. equi prevalence (p < 0.05), whereas no significant trends were detected for B. caballi or T. haneyi (p > 0.05). Equine piroplasmosis remains highly prevalent worldwide, particularly T. equi, with marked heterogeneity driven by methodological factors, geographic region, and host characteristics. These findings underscore the need for standardized surveillance, harmonized diagnostics, and integrated vector control strategies to mitigate the global impact of equine piroplasmosis.</p>","PeriodicalId":23505,"journal":{"name":"Veterinary journal","volume":" ","pages":"106941"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2026-10-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149207365","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Turkey Coronavirus: Current Knowledge, Critical Gaps, and Future Directions in Transmission Biology and Pathogenesis.","authors":"Biswash Ghimire, Abhijith Anil, Menuka Bhandari, Kush Kumar Yadav","doi":"10.1016/j.tvjl.2026.106927","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tvjl.2026.106927","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Turkey coronavirus (TCoV) is an enteric gammacoronavirus that has become a re-emerging pathogen of major economic importance in commercial turkey production. First identified in the 1970s, TCoV continues to circulate endemically and periodically resurges as a primary viral contributor to poult enteritis complex (PEC) and poult enteritis mortality syndrome (PEMS). The continuous need to understand TCoV is highlighted by its severe enterotropism, quick fecal-oral transmission and capacity to propagate covertly among older turkeys and spillover hosts like chickens. Despite more than fifty years of research, key aspects of TCoV pathogenesis and ecology remain unresolved, including receptor usage, host-range determinants, age-dependent susceptibility, environmental persistence and the evolutionary origins of its highly recombinant genome. These persistent gaps are mostly caused by TCoV's absence of a reliable in vitro culture system, which restricts the use of recent advances in virology, glycomics, whole genome sequencing, and reverse genetics techniques that have revolutionized research on other coronaviruses. With current technological advancements, and after nearly a decade-long gap in research publications, the field is now regaining momentum and is positioned to revisit fundamental questions that were previously inaccessible. The USPOULTRY Research Initiative recently designated TCoV as a top research priority because of its influence on flock performance, production costs and supply-chain stability. Hence, this review summarizes current knowledge on TCoV epidemiology, evolution, transmission biology, pathogenesis, diagnostics, industry impact and outlines the critical research gaps necessary to be addressed for the long-term sustainability of the turkey industry.</p>","PeriodicalId":23505,"journal":{"name":"Veterinary journal","volume":" ","pages":"106927"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2026-10-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149168537","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Correction to \"Canagliflozin: Pharmacokinetics, tolerability and glucose/insulin effects of supratherapeutic doses in healthy horses\" [Vet. J. 313 (2025) 106412].","authors":"Peter Michanek, Johan Bröjer, Inger Lilliehöök, Cathrine Fjordbakk, Malin Erkas, Minerva Löwgren, Mikael Hedeland, Jonas Bergquist, Carl Ekstrand","doi":"10.1016/j.tvjl.2026.106922","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tvjl.2026.106922","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":23505,"journal":{"name":"Veterinary journal","volume":" ","pages":"106922"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2026-10-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149148896","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Corrigendum to \"Immunogenicity and efficacy of an Australian whole-cell killed Tritrichomonas foetus vaccine in experimentally challenged young bulls\" [Vet. J. 318 (2026) 106770].","authors":"John Harvey M Santos, Kieren D McCosker, Michael R McGowan, Hannah V Siddle, Loan T Nguyen, Ali Raza, Gry B Boe-Hansen, Ala E Tabor","doi":"10.1016/j.tvjl.2026.106885","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tvjl.2026.106885","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":23505,"journal":{"name":"Veterinary journal","volume":" ","pages":"106885"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2026-09-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148983129","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Corrigendum to \"Morphological investigation of myocardial sleeves with potential relevance to atrial fibrillation in Norwegian-Swedish Coldblooded Trotters\" [Vet. J. 318 (2026) 106784].","authors":"Airina Kallmyr-Mack, Ingunn Risnes Hellings, Charles McLean Press, Lara Ibrahim, Gunther van Loon, Constanze Fintl","doi":"10.1016/j.tvjl.2026.106821","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tvjl.2026.106821","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":23505,"journal":{"name":"Veterinary journal","volume":" ","pages":"106821"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2026-08-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148819730","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Emphysematous cystitis in dogs and cats: A scoping review","authors":"J.Scott Weese,&nbsp;Heather E. Weese","doi":"10.1016/j.tvjl.2026.106723","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.tvjl.2026.106723","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>To better characterize emphysematous cystitis and support evidence-based guideline development, a scoping review was performed to identify available evidence pertaining to risk factors, diagnosis, clinical management and outcome of emphysematous cystitis in dogs and cats. After deduplication and screening, 28 references were eligible for data extraction, describing disease in 101 (93%) dogs and 8 (7.1%) cats. The median age was 8.5 y (range 1–13 y) from the 42 animals for which age data were presented. Signs of lower urinary tract disease (excluding hematuria) were identified in only 23% of cases at presentation. One or more of gross hematuria, abdominal pain or lower urinary tract disease signs were present in 83/101 (82%) cases. Thirty-seven (37%) animals had gas accumulation in the bladder wall only, 24 (23%) in the bladder lumen only, 38 (38%) in both the bladder wall and lumen. <em>Escherichia coli</em> predominated, being identified in 68 (68%) cases and amoxicillin-clavulanic acid was the most common antimicrobial administered (12/45, 27%). Treatment regimens were highly variable and not always clearly described, but when reported (n = 18) ranged from 18 to 35 days (median 30d). Outcome was reported for 58 (53%) cases; 46(79%) recovered after initial treatment, one (1.7%) recovered after a single relapse, and 11 (19%) died or were euthanized. No controlled trials evaluated treatment regimens and observational studies had limited treatment information, highlighting evidence gaps for management of this disease.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":23505,"journal":{"name":"Veterinary journal","volume":"318 ","pages":"Article 106723"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2026-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148043993","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}