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Safeguarding Public Health: A Comprehensive Review of Parasitic Zoonoses in Sri Lanka and Effective Prevention Strategies

B. Y. I. Gamage · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2024

Parasitic zoonoses present a severe public health challenge in Sri Lanka, a nation with diverse ecosystems and complex socio-economic conditions. This detailed review explores the range of parasitic infections affecting the Sri Lankan population, providing a thorough examination...

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Effect of Supplementing Wheat Bran, Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) Hay, and Their Combinations to Begait Lambs Fed Natural Grass Hay as a Base Diet on Their Nutrient Digestibility and Dry Matter

Gebreslasie Gebrekidan Beyene · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2024

Aim/Objective: • To evaluate the effect of supplementing wheat bran (WB), cowpea hay (CPH), and mixes of the two on dry matter and nutrient digestibility of Begait lambs fed natural grass hay as a basal diet. • To determine the ideal ratio for supplementing wheat bran and cowpea...

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Evaluating Organic Acids as Alternatives to Antibiotic Growth Promoters in Enhancing the Performance of Broiler Chicken

Sujosh Roy, Dilruba Akter Mir, Md. Sahidul Islam, Sharmin Zaman, Sabuj Kanti Nath, Bidyut Matubber, Md. Emran Nazir, Ahanaf Tahmid Chowdhory & Nazmul Islam · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2024

Antibiotic growth promoters (AGP) are still widely used to improve gut health and growth performance in the global poultry industry. The continuous and excessive use of AGPs has been thought to decrease the efficacy of AGPs and threaten public health by spreading antibiotic resis...

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An Overview of Zootechnical Technologies in Traditional Poultry Farming in West Africa and Togo

Ayéfouni ALE GONH-GOH, Lardja DOUTI, Komla Mawouli WAMPAH & Essosimna Abalo KULO · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2024

Aims: To take stock of zootechnical technologies implemented to improve the productivity of traditional poultry farming in West Africa and Togo, in order to capitalize on best innovative practices. Methodology: Inventory of zootechnical technologies based on a literature review....

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Effects of Finishing Strategies on the Performance and Profitability of Boran Crossbred Cattle

E. P. Maro, G. H. Laswai, A. Z. Sangeda, I. S. Selemani & M. N. Shem · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2024

A study was conducted to determine the effects of finishing strategies on the performance and economic viability of finishing Boran crossbred cattle. Fifty-four (54) bulls were allocated randomly in three feeding practices and three slaughter periods in a 3*3 factorial experiment...

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Acaricidal Efficacy of Cassia sieberiana (In-vitro and In-vivo) against Sarcoptes scabiei var cuniculli on Experimentally Infested Rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus) in Maiduguri, Nigeria

Ali Mohammed, Babagana K. Kayeri, Salamatu M. Tukur, Ephraim A. Malgwi, Chahari A. Midala, Halima P. Mshelia, Bem Bartholomew Ijoh, Mohammed H. Timta, Abwari D. Bwala & Fatima Ibrahim Makintami · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2024

Cassia saberriana contains varying degree of glycoside, saponins, tannin, alkaloid and terpene as these were bases for selection in the study based on their current and past use in traditional medicine. Local and traditional knowledge has been the starting point for many successf...

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Utilization of Solid State Fermented Cassava Peel Leaf Mix Meal as a Substitute for Maize in Broiler Chickens’ Diets: Impact on Growth Performance, Carcass Indices and Lipid Peroxidation

R. A. Animashahun, S. O. Aro, G. E. Onibi, J. Agbede, O. O. Alabi, A. P. Animashahun & P. Oluwafemi · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2024

Aims: This research explored the potential of fermented cassava peel and leaf meal (FCPLM) as a maize substitute in broiler chickens’ diets. Study Design:  Completely Dandomized Design. Place and Duration of Study: The study took place at the Poultry Unit of the Teaching and Rese...

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Phytochemical Screening and Wound Healing Ability of Ethanol Extract of Moringa oleifera Lam. Leaves on Excisional Wound in Guinea Pig (Cavia porcellus)

Sanam Maharjan, Yam Bahadur Gurung, Dinesh Kumar Singh, Rajeswar Ranjitkar & Shashi Sharma · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2024

Aims: To evaluate the qualitative and quantitative screening of Moringa oleifera Lam. leaves and to investigate the healing potential of its ethanol extract on full-thickness excisional wound in a guinea pig model. Place and Duration of Study: The plant sample was collected from...

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Effect of Storage Material and Time on the Internal and External Quality of Table Eggs

Mehari Resom, Tadesse Assefa & Abraha Gebre-Mariam · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2024

The objectives of this study was to evaluate the effect of storage time and storage material on the internal and external quality of table eggs, as well as comparing improved egg storage practice technologies with the local practices. The study was done in four different district...

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Prevalence of Parasite and Occurrence of Co-Infection in Pigs Reared in Extensive Farms in Gombe State, Nigeria

Akwaras, M., James-Rugu, N. N., Ololade, A.D. & Otakpa, E.O. · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2024

Aims:  The study aimed to determine the prevalence and occurrence of parasites of pigs reared in extensive farms in Billiri and Kaltungo Local Government Areas of Gombe State, Nigeria. Study Design: Quantitative Study Design. Place and Duration of Study: Samples were collected in...

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Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) of Public Health Concern Bacteria Isolated from Cows’ Raw Milk

Mahfuzul Islam, K. B. M. Saiful Islam, M. Rubaiyat Adnan, Md. Abir Hassan Sadi & Md. Nasim Hasan Mim · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2024

Milk is harboring both pathogenic and beneficial bacteria. This study aimed to investigate the emergence of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) foodborne pathogens in raw milk. The 100 milk samples of cow were aseptically collected from 10 randomly selected dairy farms of Dhaka City o...

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A Comprehensive Analysis and Evaluation of Various Porcine Byproducts in Canine Diet Formulation

Rishav Kumar & Ankit Sharma · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2024

The pet food industry, has experienced significant growth, with a notable reliance on meat processed by-products, particularly those from pig slaughter. This review assesses the nutritional value and utilization of pork by-products in pet food formulations, emphasizing their impo...

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Adoption of Digital Technologies for the Management of Repeat Breeder Cows in the Dairy Herds of Bangladesh

Islam MR, Hossain H, Taslima M, Tuser MMI, Sabrin MS, Molla MR, Sajib MSI & Zahan MN · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2024

A crucial component of contemporary livestock dairy production is digitalization. In order to monitor and manage repeat breeder (RB), we describe the use of dairy herd records, closed-circuit (CC) cameras, and ultrasonography findings. A cow must get through a number of physiolog...

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Efficiency of Bark Extract of Azadirachta indica on Improving Ruminal Ammonia – Nitrogen Utilization in Ruminants: An In vitro Study

Erick A. Mbisha · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2024

Aims: An in vitro gas protocol was performed to assess the potential of Commercial bark extract of Azadirachta indica (BEA) on improving ruminal ammonia (NH3) utilization in ruminants. Study Design:  The experiment consisted with  three (3) treatments, each made up with 16 incuba...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2024/v7i3306