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Crossbreeding of German Brown x N’dama Cattle at Ibadan – I - Mortality Patterns of German Brown, N’dama, and Their Crossbreds

I. C. Nwosu · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

A crossbreeding programme between purebred German brown and N’dama was carried out at the University of Ibadan Teaching and Research farm between 1978 – 1985. The mortality records of 344 purebred German Brown, N’dama, and their crossbreds were examined involving purebred German...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i4383

Caesarean Section Followed by Ovariohysterectomy: A Successful Surgical Intervention of Dystocia Due to Emphysematous Fetuses in a Queen Persian Cat

Aparna Datta, Mizanur Rahman, Mohammad Bayazid Bostami & Mir Junayed · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

A 3-year-old female persian short-haired cat was presented at Teaching and Training Pet Hospital and Research Center (TTPHRC), Dhaka with a 24-hour history of unproductive labor and restlessness. Physical examination revealed abdominal distension and purulent vaginal discharge. R...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i4382

Evaluating the Replacement of Fishmeal with Cockroach Meal in Broiler Diets: Effects on Growth Performance, Carcass Traits and Meat Quality of Broiler Chickens

Elisha C Lyawatwa, Germana H. Laswai & Martin John Martin · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

A total of 180-day-old Cobb 500 broiler chicks were brooded for two weeks before being randomly assigned to three dietary treatments (D1, D2 and D3) in a completely randomized design. Dietary treatment D1 was a commercial broiler diet as a control, while Diet D2 contained 5% cock...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i4381

Dose-Dependent Effects of Ethanolic Garlic (Allium sativum) extract on Sperm Motility and Morphology in Nigerian Indigenous Cocks

Nyifi, Ambi Silas, Uko, Iranyang Bajon, Ahmadu, Philip John, Joshua, Augustine, Bilbonga, Garleya, Lamalang, Emmanuel Buba, Bako, Maryam Ibrahim, Hassan, Musa & Bulus, Reuben · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

We investigated the effects of ethanolic garlic extract supplementation on reproductive performance in Nigerian indigenous cocks. Twenty-four healthy cocks aged 21-32 weeks were randomly assigned to three groups: control (distilled water), low-dose (250 mg/kg body weight), and hi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i4380

Dietary Synbiotic Plus Betaine Modulates Intestinal Microbiota and Organ Development in Broilers Exposed to High Stocking Density Stress

Istna Mangisah, Vitus Dwi Yunianto Budi Ismadi, Sugiharto Sugiharto & Sri Sumarsih · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

Aims: The present study aimed to evaluate dietary supplementation with synbiotic, betaine, and their combination on the gut microbiota balance, internal organ development, and performance of broiler raised under high stocking density. Study Design:  The study was designed to eval...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i4379

Mastitis and Reproductive Complication in Dairy Cattle: A Comprehensive Review

Santosh Yadav & Subash Belbase · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

Mastitis and reproductive complications in cattle are among the most challenging disease conditions in dairy cattle farming. Traditionally, mastitis is associated with a decrease in milk production and quality, an increase in veterinary costs, culling rate, and susceptibility to...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i4378

Prevalence of Gastrointestinal Parasites in Cattle at Keraniganj Upazila, Dhaka, Bangladesh

Most. Aklima Khatun, Md. Rezwan Islam, Md. Shakil Hossain, Sushila Paul Sama, Al-Nur Md. Iftekhar Rahman & S. M. Abdullah · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

Background: Cattle play a crucial role in the agricultural economy of Bangladesh, serving as a primary source of livestock for both farming and dairy production. Gastrointestinal parasitism is a world-wide concern in cattle. The objective of this study was to investigate the gast...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i4377

Gross Pathology of Ruminal Tympany and Acute Congestive Heart Failure in an Adult Crossbred Dairy Cow

Seleman Nasib Masola · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

This paper reports a case of ruminal tympany and acute congestive heart failure (ACHF) encountered at necropsy of a crossbred dairy cow. On 21 July 2025, the cow was found dead in the morning in a dairy cattle farm composed of crosses of Friesian, in Mbeya City, Tanzania. Accordi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i4376

Epidemiology, Biology and Control Measures of Trichuris spp. in Small Ruminants: A Review from Bangladesh

Sushila Paul Sama, Md Shakil Hossain, Most. Aklima Khatun & S. M. Abdullah · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

Trichuris spp., commonly known as whipworms, are a significant group of gastrointestinal nematodes affecting small ruminants in Bangladesh, particularly sheep and goats. They can reduce productivity and growth, resulting in poor appetite and increased morbidity, mainly in young o...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i3375

Determination of Antimicrobial Activity of Selected Commercial Antibiotics, Bromelain and Chitosan against Gut Bacteria Isolated from Chicken Kept in Juja Sub-County, Kenya

Kiplimo M., Maina V. N., Kariuki Y. W., Chomba A. M., Kaburi B. W. & Kagira J.M. · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a threat to poultry industry and thus requires surveillance and search for alternative drugs. A cross-sectional study was conducted in Juja Sub-County, Kenya, to determine the prevalence and risk factors of gut bacteria isolated from 200 chicken....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i3374

Repeat Breeding Syndrome and its Management Protocols in a Dairy Farm

Parama Singha, Md. Faruk Islam, Md Shanto Hossain, Tanvir Asifa, Md Samiul Tousif, Khaja Nafis Hasan Billah Nabil, Omaiya Azam Oishi, Sourav Adhikary & Begum Fatema Zohara · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

Aims: The study involved sixty dairy cows aimed at identifying causes of repeat breeding syndrome, assessing the responses to three hormonal protocols, and evaluating conception rates following natural and artificial insemination.  Place and Duration of Study: The study was condu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i3373

Prevalence and Antimicrobial Susceptibility of Escherichia coli in Fresh and Ready-to-Eat Camel Meat from Maiduguri Central Abattoir, Nigeria

Juliana James Ndahi, Stephen Bitrus Balami, Jallailudeen Rabana Lawal, Barka John, Jubrilla Magaji & Muhammad Abubakar Sadiq · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

Camel meat has gained popularity in Nigeria because of its perceived nutritional benefits and cultural significance. However, concerns about meat safety, particularly regarding foodborne pathogens such as Escherichia coli (E. coli), have arisen. This study assessed the prevalence...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i3372

Postnatal Care and Surgical Management of Congenital Giant Omphalocele in a Sahiwal Cross Calf: A Case Report

Md. Sabuj Rahman · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

Omphalocele is a notorious congenital anomaly for bovine calves. Calves affected with this condition are born with a defective abdominal wall. A day-old, newborn female Sahiwal cross calf weighing 21 kg was admitted to the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Bangladesh Agricultural Uni...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i3371

Effect of the Combination of Turmeric Powder (Curcuma domestica Val.) and Multi-enzyme Supplementation in Enhancing Broiler Production Performance

Rizka Jaya Putrawan, Edhy Sudjarwo & Muhammad Halim Natsir · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

Aims: This study aimed to evaluate the effect of turmeric (Curcuma domestica Val.) powder and multi-enzyme supplementation on the production performance of broiler chickens, particularly focusing on feed intake, body weight gain, feed conversion ratio, and production index. Study...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i3370

Climate-Resilient Poultry Feeding in Integrated Farming Systems of Northeast India

U. Ramshon, K. Puro, S. Deori, R. Katiyar, AAP Milton, S. Das & S. Ghatak · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

Climate change has had a significant impact on the North-eastern region of India, especially Meghalaya. This includes rising mean annual temperatures, unpredictable rainfall patterns, and deteriorating soil health, etc. In spite of these challenges, the locals have followed susta...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i3369