This study seeks to evaluate the respondents’ comprehension of animal welfare practices and identify factors influencing animal welfare, especially during transit. The welfare of animals is fundamental to the general wellbeing of humanity, and adherence to welfare standards in hu...
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Research Article10.9734/ajravs/2023/v6i3254
Commercial dairy farming is an emerging segment that strengthens the economy of farmers and the nation. A successful “One Calf a Year Programme” is the key to profitable dairy farming. It has been observed that even with proper farm management and veterinary aid, the conception r...
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Research Article10.9734/ajravs/2023/v6i3255
Parasitic infections have been shown to affect the growth and economic value of animals. The demand for grass-cutter meat is high in most rural and semi-urban communities in Nigeria due to its value as a source of protein. The present study investigated the prevalence of gastroin...
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Research Article10.9734/ajravs/2023/v6i3253
Aims: The study aimed to determine the effect of pond pests based rations on the performance of ducks in the early phase of laying eggs. Study Design: Complete randomized design (RAL) consisting of 3 treatments each with 3 replications. Place and Duration of Study: The research w...
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Research Article10.9734/ajravs/2023/v6i3252
The poor nutritional quality of feed resources is one of the major constraints to optimize livestock productivity in the mixed farming systems of the country; however, there is lack of information on the nutritional quality of feeds utilized in the area. Thus this study aimed to...
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Research Article10.9734/ajravs/2023/v6i3251
Rabbitry holds an important position for sustainable agriculture in developing countries and support vast majority of socioeconomic activities globally. However inappropriate management practices on control of gastrointestinal parasites infesting rabbits have hindered successful...
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Research Article10.9734/ajravs/2023/v6i3250
The effect of breed on the carcass characteristic of two dual-purpose chickens reared under the intensive management system was studied. A total of 40 birds from Sasso and Kuroiler breeds (20 per breed) were randomly taken as a representative sample and were slaughtered and carca...
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Research Article10.9734/ajravs/2023/v6i3249
Aims: To evaluate the feasibility of determining energy expenditure and nutrient oxidation using respiration chambers for newborn intrauterine growth-restricted (IUGR) piglets while testing two different dietary interventions (DI). Study Design: A 2x4 factorial design was use...
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Research Article10.9734/ajravs/2023/v6i3248
Incorporating African locust bean seed meal in the diet of layer chickens has been shown to improve their laying performance, blood profile, and carcass characteristics, while also promoting sustainable agriculture. This nutrient-rich ingredient can be a cost-effective alternativ...
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Research Article10.9734/ajravs/2023/v6i3247
Ticks cause great economic losses to livestock, and tick-borne diseases are one of the emerging threats to livestock and public health in India. The chemical ectoparasiticides are being used to control these ectoparasites, but their residues are reported in milk and meat. Hence,...
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Research Article10.9734/ajravs/2023/v6i3246