M. Sahana, K. S. Anil, Joseph Mathew, M. T. Dipu, Justin Davis, M. Shynu
{"title":"Physiological responses of crossbred dairy cows in the transition period during summer and post-monsoon seasons","authors":"M. Sahana, K. S. Anil, Joseph Mathew, M. T. Dipu, Justin Davis, M. Shynu","doi":"10.51966/jvas.2023.54.3.:791-798","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51966/jvas.2023.54.3.:791-798","url":null,"abstract":"This study aims to measure the physiological responses of sixty clinically healthy periparturient crossbred multiparous dairy cows during the summer (February 2022–May 2022) and post-monsoon (October 2021–January 2022) seasons, with 30 animals in each season. Physiological responses such as rectal temperature (°C), respiration rate (per minute), and pulse rate (per minute) of all animals were recorded weekly at 8.00 am and 3.00 pm during the transition period. Three weeks before parturition to three weeks after parturition was considered the transition period. The rectal temperature recorded at 3.00 pm in the summer season significantly (p <0.05) decreased on the day of calving and thereafter returned to pre-partum values, whereas the respiration rate significantly (p <0.05) elevated on the day of calving and thereafter showed no significant variation. Season-wise comparison of all physiological responses in the morning (8.00 am) and evening (3.00 pm) during the transition period showed significantly higher values in the summer season compared to the post-monsoon season. In both seasons evening (3.00 pm) physiological responses were significantly higher than the morning values (8.00 am).","PeriodicalId":52568,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Veterinary and Animal Sciences","volume":"9 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136303952","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Development of fermented wheat flour using indigenous yeast lactic starter consortium","authors":"M.K. Anjali, Harikesh Manu, Archana Chandran, C.K. Linsha","doi":"10.51966/jvas.2023.54.3.827-835","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51966/jvas.2023.54.3.827-835","url":null,"abstract":"This study aimed to develop fermented wheat flour (FWF) using native yeast lactic starter consortium isolated from dahi, a popular Indian fermented dairy product. Yeast and Lactic Acid Bacteria (LAB) were isolated from samples of local household dahi to assess their milk fermentation potential. Molecular methods were used to identify the LAB isolates, while yeast isolates were identified using a carbohydrate fermentation profile. Dahi samples were prepared with LAB isolate Lactiplantibacillus pentosus, and yeast isolate Candida spherica, and their combination showed superior sensory scores. The FWF was prepared using LAB, yeast and their combination, and sensory evaluation of FWF-based soup was performed. The FWF prepared had lower moisture (6%), carbohydrate (71.14%) and calorific value (345.4 kcal) content compared to commercially available wheat flour/atta. Microbiological analysis showed the absence of coliforms, E. coli and Staphylococcus aureus, indicating hygienic preparation and inhibition of spoilage and pathogenic bacteria. The low moisture content and acidic pH (4.4) of the FWF contributed to its storage stability. In conclusion, fermented wheat flour produced using native LAB from dahi is a costeffective, storage-stable functional food with live beneficial microorganisms, suitable for promoting gut health.","PeriodicalId":52568,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Veterinary and Animal Sciences","volume":"9 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136303942","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
M. Abhijith, Sajith Purushothaman, K. Ally, K. Shyama, V. Gleeja
{"title":"Evaluation of the effect of soy protein isolate based milk replacer feeding on digestibility of nutrients and haematobiochemical parameters in cross bred calves","authors":"M. Abhijith, Sajith Purushothaman, K. Ally, K. Shyama, V. Gleeja","doi":"10.51966/jvas.2023.54.1.167-173","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51966/jvas.2023.54.1.167-173","url":null,"abstract":"A study was conducted in crossbred calves for a period of 90 days to evaluate the effect of soy protein isolate based milk replacer feeding on digestibility of nutrients and haematobiochemical parameters.Twelve,four-day-old crossbred calveswere selected from University Livestock Farm and Fodder Research and Development Scheme (ULF & FRDS), Mannuthy and were allotted to one of the two dietary treatments. The dietary treatments were T1 (Control) fed with whole milk and T2- fed with soy protein isolate based milk replacer (CP-22 per cent) and milk in the ratio 3:1.To all the experimental animals, calf starter (CP-23 per cent) and adlibitum green grass were offered and were fed according to ICAR (2013). Daily record of quantity of feed (calf starter and milk replacer) andgrass given and balance if any were recorded throughout the experimental period. A digestibility trial for five days duration was carried out towards the end of feeding trial by total collection method. The results revealed similar apparent digestibility of nutrients and haematobiochemical parameters for whole milk and milk replacer fed group.","PeriodicalId":52568,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Veterinary and Animal Sciences","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"70628099","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
P. Vincy, P. Tresamol, K. Davis, Asha Rajagopal, K. Vijayakumar
{"title":"Molecular detection of Hepatozoon spp. in domestic cats of Kerala","authors":"P. Vincy, P. Tresamol, K. Davis, Asha Rajagopal, K. Vijayakumar","doi":"10.51966/jvas.2023.54.1.247-251","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51966/jvas.2023.54.1.247-251","url":null,"abstract":"Vector-borne diseases are an important cause of morbidity and mortality in domestic cat population and hepatozoonosis is one such infection. Incidence of hepatozoonosis has been described in a variety of animal species but information on cats is scarce. To investigate the occurrence of this pathogen in domestic cats, blood samples were collected from domestic cats from three districts of Kerala (Thrissur, Kannur and Wayanad). Field-stained blood smears were examined to detect the presence of gamonts of Hepatozoon spp. and the samples were subjected to molecular analysis by PCR amplification. Out of 122 blood samples screened, none of the sample revealed the presence of gamonts of Hepatozoon on microscopic examination. Polymerase chain reaction targeting 18S rRNA gene of Hepatozoon spp. demonstrated seven positive cases with a prevalence of 5.74 per cent. Results of this study indicate that hepatozoonosis is established within the domestic cats in Kerala and warrant the adoption of control measures.","PeriodicalId":52568,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Veterinary and Animal Sciences","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"70628410","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Isolation, identification and antibiogram of coagulase negative staphylococci from bovine clinical mastitis","authors":"Krupa Rose Jose, K. Vijayakumar","doi":"10.51966/jvas.2023.54.1.257-261","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51966/jvas.2023.54.1.257-261","url":null,"abstract":"The aim of this study was to identify the primary bacteria associated with clinical mastitis in dairy cows and to assess the antimicrobial resistance pattern of the commonest isolate using phenotypic methods. The milk samples were collected from 83 domesticated dairy cows suffering from clinical mastitis (CM), from an organised dairy farm as well as cows presented with CM at the University Veterinary Hospital (UVH), Mannuthy, Thrissur, Kerala. Microbiological analysis, using morphological, cultural and biochemical properties as well as molecular identification using polymerase chain reaction (PCR) revealed that coagulase-negative staphylococci (CNS) were the most predominant (40.31 per cent) bacteria, followed by Staphylococcus aureus (32.83 per cent), Micrococci spp. (11.94 per cent), Klebsiella spp. (7.46 per cent) Escherichia coli (4.48 per cent) and Streptococci (2.98 per cent). The majority of the bacteria were resistant to more than one class of antimicrobials (aminoglycosides, β lactams, fluoroquinolones or tetracyclines). Furthermore, our findings revealed that the CNS is highly resistant to β-lactam family of antibiotics and that CNS may play a significant role in clinical mastitis of dairy cows.","PeriodicalId":52568,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Veterinary and Animal Sciences","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"70628689","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Growth performance of Pratapdhan chicks supplemented with fresh Azolla in backyard system under the arid condition of Rajasthan","authors":"P. Lavania, K. C. Bairwa","doi":"10.51966/jvas.2023.54.1.30-34","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51966/jvas.2023.54.1.30-34","url":null,"abstract":"The objective of this study was to assess the effect of supplementation of fresh Azolla (Azolla pinnata) intervention on body weight gain in Pratapdhan chicks kept under the backyard system in arid conditions of western Rajasthan. The study was undertaken with 60 beneficiaries of Scheduled caste (SC) farmers, for this purpose; they were equally divided into three experimental groups with 20 Pratapdhan chicks each. The experiment group (T0) treated as a farmer practice; only kitchen waste feed was offered to chicks while the T1 birds were given T0 + 1kg mash grains / 20 birds/day was provided. The T2 group birds were fed along with T1 + fresh Azolla pinnata offered @200g kg-1fed to the chicks up to 20 weeks of their age. Based on the results of the study, it could be concluded that 20% of Azolla could be included in the feeding practice of chicks in backyard poultry systems. Conducting farmer’s participatory trials is an effective approach to creating awareness and acceptance towards the Azolla technology. This is a valuable green feed supplement for poultry birds, especially under the backyard production system.","PeriodicalId":52568,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Veterinary and Animal Sciences","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"70628825","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
U. Arundhathi, P. Anitha, S. Sankaralingam, T. P. Shamna, P. M. Priya
{"title":"Effect of fermented cottonseed meal on growth performance and carcass traits in broiler chicken","authors":"U. Arundhathi, P. Anitha, S. Sankaralingam, T. P. Shamna, P. M. Priya","doi":"10.51966/jvas.2023.54.2.388-395","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51966/jvas.2023.54.2.388-395","url":null,"abstract":"An experiment was conducted to study the effect of dietary inclusion of fermented cottonseed meal (FCSM) on growth performance and carcass traits in broiler chicken up to 42 days of age. A total of 160, day-old broiler chicks were randomly allotted into five dietary treatment groups, viz. T1, T2, T3, T4 and T5 with four replicates having eight bird each, in a completely randomised design. The birds in the control group (T1) were fed with standard broiler ration formulated as per BIS (2007). The diets in groups T2 to T5 were formulated by inclusion of five per cent cottonseed meal (CSM), five per cent FCSM (T3), 10 per cent FCSM (T4) and 15 per cent FCSM (T5), respectively. All the experimental diets were isocaloric and isonitrogenous. Fermentation of CSM significantly (p<0.05) increased its moisture, crude protein and total ash content and reduced dry matter and crude fibre content. The mean body weight, feed consumption and feed conversion ratio of broilers in different treatment groups at sixth week of age did not differ significantly. The carcass characteristics at sixth week also did not differ significantly among treatments, except ready to cook yield per cent which was significantly (p<0.05) higher in FCSM groups. The highest net profit per kilogram body weight was obtained in 10 per cent FCSM group (T4 group), followed by T3, T5, T2 and T1.","PeriodicalId":52568,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Veterinary and Animal Sciences","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"70629374","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Neethu T. M. Balakrishnan, N. Unny, V. Ambily, U. Pillai, R. Uma
{"title":"Anti-oxidant effect of N-acetyl cysteine in dogs with chronic kidney disease","authors":"Neethu T. M. Balakrishnan, N. Unny, V. Ambily, U. Pillai, R. Uma","doi":"10.51966/jvas.2023.54.1.138-143","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51966/jvas.2023.54.1.138-143","url":null,"abstract":"The present study was carried out with the objectives of assessing oxidative stress in dogs with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and evaluating response to treatment with N-acetyl cysteine (NAC). Dogs diagnosed with stage III CKD as per the guidelines of the International Renal Interest Society (IRIS) were included in the study. The animals were divided into two groups. Animals of one group were given standard therapy for CKD and the animals of the second group were administered NAC along with standard therapy. Oxidative stress parameters such as total antioxidant status (TAS), serum malondialdehyde (MDA) level and plasma glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px) activity were studied. On the day of presentation, a significant increase in the mean values of serum MDA and TAS were observed in diseased animals compared to healthy animals, whereas a significant decline was noted in plasma GSH-Px activity. After treatment, a significant decline in serum MDA and TAS were recorded in animals of group II receiving NAC therapy. A significant increase in plasma glutathione GSH-Px activity was recorded in this group. N-acetyl cysteine therapy was found to be effective in the management of oxidative stress in dogs with chronic kidney disease.","PeriodicalId":52568,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Veterinary and Animal Sciences","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"70627966","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
P. Magnus, C. Jayakumar, N. Thomas, R. Abhilash, M. Hiron, S. Ajithkumar
{"title":"Haematology profile of dogs with primary uterine inertia","authors":"P. Magnus, C. Jayakumar, N. Thomas, R. Abhilash, M. Hiron, S. Ajithkumar","doi":"10.51966/jvas.2023.54.1.7-12","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51966/jvas.2023.54.1.7-12","url":null,"abstract":"Primary uterine inertia is the inherent inability of the uterus to contract and expel a fully grown foetus after the end of the gestation period, through a normal birth canal, in the absence of obstructive dystocia.There are conflicting reports regarding the blood parameters in parturient animals,and animals with dystocia and its role in uterine inertia are not well documented. Haematology analysis was performed in dogs with Complete Primary Uterine Inertia (CPUI, n=9) and Partial Primary Uterine Inertia (PPUI, n=6), as well as control animals with the Foetal Cause of Dystocia (FCD, n=7).Blood samples were collected from the study population and total leucocyte count (TLC), total erythrocyte count (TEC), differential leucocyte count (DLC), erythrocytic indices, haemoglobin and haematocrit values were estimated in an autoanalyzer. Haematology analysis revealed no significant difference between the groups. Differential leucocyte counts exhibited lymphocytosis across the groups suggestive of the active immune response related to CL lysis,a characteristic associated with the termination of the pregnancy in canines. Erythrocyte count, haemoglobin concentration and haematocrit revealed anaemia across the group.The study characterised the haematology profile of prepartum canines, which indicated anaemia associated with haemodilution and lymphocytosis associated with active immune status. It also proved that the haematology profile doesnot have any significant role in the pathogenesis of canine uterine inertia.","PeriodicalId":52568,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Veterinary and Animal Sciences","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"70629026","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
K. ambili, D. Ananth, B. Chacko, S. Murugan, S. Patki, K. Surjith, Abdul Muneer, K. Dinsha
{"title":"Effect of supplementation of differentially treated banana inflorescence on intestinal morphology in broiler birds","authors":"K. ambili, D. Ananth, B. Chacko, S. Murugan, S. Patki, K. Surjith, Abdul Muneer, K. Dinsha","doi":"10.51966/jvas.2023.54.2.393-403","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51966/jvas.2023.54.2.393-403","url":null,"abstract":"A study was conducted on 96 Vencobb 430, day-old broiler chicks to evaluate the effect of steam treatment on banana inflorescence supplementation as prebiotic on intestinal morphology. The birds were randomly assigned into three treatment groups having four replicates with eight birds per replicate and assigned control diet, formulated in accordance with BIS recommendation to control (T1) group and with supplementation of 0.5% dried banana inflorescence (T2 group) or 0.5% steam treated banana inflorescence (T3 group). After 42 days of feeding trial, the live weight was significantly higher in T3 and T2 than control. Two birds from each replicate were sacrificed to study the intestinal morphometry and pH. The weight of intestine varied significantly (p<0.01) between the treatments and was higher in T3 while the per cent of intestinal weight did not differ significantly. Intestinal morphometry revealed that the villus height was significantly (p<0.01) higher in duodenum, jejunum, and caecum in T3 and ileum in T2. The crypt depth was significantly (p<0.01) higher in jejunum, ileum and caeca in T3 and T2 in duodenum. Caecal crypt depth showed significantly (p< 0.01) low value in T2. Ileal crypt depth ratio was significantly (p<0.01) higher in T2 while the caecum crypt depth was significantly(p<0.01) high in T3. It is concluded that banana inflorescence influenced the gut morphometry in broilers.","PeriodicalId":52568,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Veterinary and Animal Sciences","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"70629774","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}