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Study on Anatomical Structures of the Dromedary Udder 单峰驼乳房解剖结构研究
Pub Date : 2024-06-01 DOI: 10.3390/ani14111674
Annika Müller, U. Wernery, J. Kinne, Péter Nagy, J. Juhász, Andre Appelt, Thomas Wittek
Simple Summary The objectives of the present study were to describe specific anatomical structures of the dromedary udder. In this study, udders from 86 dromedaries were examined by taking morphological measurements and producing injection casts using resin, gelatin, and paraffin. We examined the different udder, teat, and teat tip shape. The results of this study increase the knowledge of the anatomical structures of the dromedary udder, which may be useful for breeding a selection of dairy dromedaries. Abstract The objectives of the present study were to describe specific anatomical structures of the dromedary udder. Eighty-six dromedary udders were examined, taking morphological measurements and producing injection casts using resin, gelatin, and paraffin. The udder of the dromedaries consists of four quarters. The shape of the udders and teats varies considerably between animals and is influenced by age, breeding, and lactation status. The most frequently found udder form was the globular udder (48.8%) and the most common teat form in this study was the funnel teat (44.2%). The most common teat tip shape was a smooth or a slightly rough ring teat (61.6%). Injection casts showed a complete separation of the teat canals. There is also no communication between tributary mammary complexes. Resin injections of the glandular tissue adjacent to the teat cistern showed an extensive branching into large, medium, and small milk ducts. Frozen sections of the udder revealed complete separation of the right and left mammary complex through the Sulcus intermammarius. The teat sections showed longitudinal folds from the tip of the teat to the base of the teat. A ring fold at the transition from the Ductus papillaris to the teat cistern was present. The results of this study increase the knowledge of the anatomical structures of the dromedary udder, which may be useful for breeding a selection of dairy dromedaries.
简单摘要 本研究的目的是描述单峰驼乳房的特定解剖结构。在这项研究中,我们对 86 只单峰驼的乳房进行了形态测量,并使用树脂、明胶和石蜡制作了注射铸模。我们研究了不同的乳房、乳头和乳头顶端形状。本研究的结果增加了对单峰驼乳房解剖结构的了解,可能有助于乳用单峰驼的选育。摘要 本研究旨在描述单峰驼乳房的特定解剖结构。研究人员对86只单峰骆驼的乳房进行了检查,对其形态进行了测量,并使用树脂、明胶和石蜡制作了注射铸模。单峰骆驼的乳房由四个部分组成。不同动物的乳房和乳头形状差异很大,并受到年龄、繁殖和泌乳状况的影响。本研究中最常见的乳房形状是球状乳房(48.8%),最常见的乳头形状是漏斗状乳头(44.2%)。最常见的乳头顶端形状是光滑或略微粗糙的环形乳头(61.6%)。注射模型显示乳头管完全分离。支流乳腺复合体之间也没有沟通。乳头贮水池附近腺体组织的树脂注射显示,乳腺管广泛分枝为大、中、小乳腺管。乳房冷冻切片显示,左右乳腺复合体通过乳间沟完全分离。乳头切片显示出从乳头顶端到乳头基部的纵向褶皱。从乳头导管到乳头贮水池的过渡处存在环形褶皱。这项研究的结果增加了人们对单峰骆驼乳房解剖结构的了解,可能对选育乳用单峰骆驼有用。
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Serum D-Lactate Concentrations in Dogs with Inflammatory Bowel Disease 炎症性肠病犬的血清 D-乳酸盐浓度
Pub Date : 2024-06-01 DOI: 10.3390/ani14111704
Giulia Maggi, E. Chiaradia, Alice Vullo, Matteo Seccaroni, Laura Valli, S. Busechian, D. Caivano, Francesco Porciello, Sabrina Caloiero, M. C. Marchesi
Simple Summary In humans and animals, the D-enantiomer of lactic acid (D-lactate) is normally produced from bacterial fermentation in the gastrointestinal tract. During gastroenteric diseases, D-lactate can be produced in large quantities and absorbed by the intestinal mucosa. The purpose of the present study was to measure the serum D-lactate concentrations in dogs with chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). For this reason, the serum D-lactate concentrations were measured in 10 healthy dogs and 18 dogs with IBD using a commercially available colorimetric assay kit. Our results showed no significant difference (p > 0.05) in the serum concentrations of D-lactate between dogs with various degrees of IBD and healthy dogs. Further studies are needed to understand potential factors able to influence the serum D-lactate concentrations in dogs affected by IBD. Abstract The D-enantiomer of lactic acid (D-lactate) is normally produced from bacterial fermentation in the gastrointestinal tract in mammals. In humans, increased D-lactate concentrations are related to gastrointestinal disease, including short bowel syndrome and malabsorptive syndrome. Similarly, increased D-lactate concentrations have been described in calves affected by diarrhea, in cats with gastrointestinal diseases, and in dogs with parvoviral enteritis. The purpose of the present study was to measure the serum D-lactate concentrations in dogs with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). We retrospectively reviewed data from the database of the VTH of Perugia University, and dogs affected by IBD with serum samples stored at −80 °C were considered eligible for inclusion. A total of 18 dogs with IBD and 10 healthy dogs were included in the study. The dogs with IBD were divided into three subcategories based on the severity of the disease. Serum D-lactate concentrations (μM) were determined using a commercially available colorimetric assay kit (D-Lactate Colorimetric Assay Kit; Catalog #K667-100, BioVision Inc., Milpitas, CA, USA). Our results showed no significant difference (p > 0.05) in the serum concentrations of D-lactate between dogs with various degrees of IBD and healthy dogs. However, the wide variability of the D-lactate concentrations in dogs with IBD and evidence of increased serum D-lactate concentrations in dogs with confirmed dysbiosis encourage further studies on this topic to understand potential factors influencing the serum D-lactate concentrations in dogs affected by IBD.
简单摘要 在人类和动物体内,乳酸的 D-对映体(D-乳酸)通常由胃肠道中的细菌发酵产生。在肠胃疾病期间,D-乳酸会大量产生并被肠粘膜吸收。本研究的目的是测量患有慢性炎症性肠病(IBD)的狗的血清中 D-乳酸盐的浓度。为此,我们使用市售比色法试剂盒测定了 10 只健康犬和 18 只 IBD 犬的血清 D-乳酸盐浓度。结果表明,患有不同程度 IBD 的狗和健康狗的血清中 D-乳酸浓度没有明显差异(P > 0.05)。要了解影响 IBD 患犬血清中 D-乳酸浓度的潜在因素,还需要进一步的研究。摘要 乳酸的 D-对映体(D-乳酸)通常由哺乳动物胃肠道中的细菌发酵产生。在人类中,D-乳酸浓度升高与胃肠道疾病有关,包括短肠综合征和消化不良综合征。同样,受腹泻影响的小牛、患有胃肠道疾病的猫和患有副病毒性肠炎的狗体内的 D-乳酸盐浓度也有所增加。本研究的目的是测量患有炎症性肠病(IBD)的狗的血清中 D-乳酸盐浓度。我们对佩鲁贾大学 VTH 数据库中的数据进行了回顾性审查,认为符合纳入条件的 IBD 患犬的血清样本应保存在 -80 °C。研究共纳入了 18 只患 IBD 的狗和 10 只健康狗。根据疾病的严重程度,IBD 患犬被分为三个亚类。血清中的 D-乳酸浓度(μM)使用市售的比色测定试剂盒(D-乳酸比色测定试剂盒;目录编号 K667-100,BioVision Inc.,美国加利福尼亚州米尔皮塔斯)进行测定。我们的结果显示,患有不同程度 IBD 的狗和健康狗的血清中 D-乳酸浓度没有明显差异(P > 0.05)。然而,IBD 患犬的 D-乳酸浓度差异很大,而且有证据表明,在确诊菌群失调的犬中,血清中的 D-乳酸浓度会升高,这促使我们进一步研究这一课题,以了解影响 IBD 患犬血清中 D-乳酸浓度的潜在因素。
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Reconstruction of Bilateral Chronic Triceps Brachii Tendon Disruption Using a Suture-Mediated Anatomic Footprint Repair in a Dog 用缝合线修复狗的双侧慢性肱三头肌肌腱损伤
Pub Date : 2024-06-01 DOI: 10.3390/ani14111687
Jong-Pil Yoon, Haebum Lee, Y. Jeon, Daehyun Kim, Seong-Mok Jeong, Jaemin Jeong
Simple Summary Chronic triceps brachii tendon disruptions in dogs can lead to significant lameness and discomfort, often requiring surgical intervention for effective treatment. This case report details the surgical reconstruction of bilateral chronic triceps brachii tendon disruptions in a 2-year-old female Pomeranian using a novel suture-mediated anatomic footprint repair technique. The technique, adapted from human medicine, involves creating a precise attachment of the tendon to the olecranon through specialized suturing and bone tunneling, which aims to restore normal anatomy and function. Following the surgery, the dog experienced significant improvement in forelimb function and was able to maintain a normal gait over a three-year follow-up period. This report demonstrates the successful application of a human surgical technique in veterinary medicine, providing a promising option for managing this rare but challenging condition in dogs. The technique’s success suggests its potential utility in similar cases, offering insights that could benefit surgical practices in veterinary orthopedics. Abstract A 2-year-old, intact female Pomeranian presented with bilateral forelimb lameness, characterized by the olecranon making contact with the ground. The patient experienced two separate incidents of falling, occurring four and three weeks before admission, respectively. Following each episode, non-weight-bearing lameness was initially observed in the left forelimb, followed by the development of crouch gait. Based on the physical examination, radiographic, and ultrasonographic findings, bilateral triceps brachii tendon disruption was diagnosed. Intraoperatively, excessive granulation tissue at the distal end of the tendon was excised. The footprint region of each triceps brachii tendon was decorticated with a high-speed burr until bleeding was observed. The triceps brachii tendon was reattached to completely cover its footprint on the olecranon using the Krackow suture technique. This method involves anchoring the suture through bone tunnels in the ulna. Trans-articular external skeletal fixation was applied to both forelimbs to immobile and stabilize the elbow joints for nine weeks. Subsequently, the dog gradually increased its walking activities while on a leash over a six-week period. At the three-year follow-up, the patient exhibited improved forelimb function and maintained a normal gait without signs of lameness. Suture-mediated anatomic footprint repair proved useful in this single case and may be an effective surgical alternative for the management of chronic triceps brachii tendon disruption in dogs.
简单摘要 犬慢性肱三头肌腱断裂可导致明显的跛行和不适,通常需要手术干预才能有效治疗。本病例报告详细介绍了采用新型缝合介导解剖足印修复技术对一只 2 岁雌性博美犬双侧慢性肱三头肌腱断裂进行手术重建的情况。该技术源自人类医学,通过专门的缝合和骨隧道将肌腱精确地连接到肩胛骨,从而恢复正常的解剖结构和功能。手术后,该犬的前肢功能有了明显改善,并在三年的随访期内保持了正常步态。本报告展示了人类外科技术在兽医学中的成功应用,为治疗狗的这种罕见但具有挑战性的疾病提供了一种前景广阔的选择。该技术的成功表明它在类似病例中的潜在作用,为兽医矫形外科的手术实践提供了有益的启示。摘要 一只两岁大的完整雌性博美犬出现双侧前肢跛行,其特征是肩胛骨与地面接触。患者分别在入院前四周和三周经历了两次跌倒。每次跌倒后,患者左前肢开始出现非负重性跛行,随后出现下蹲步态。根据体格检查、X光片和超声波检查结果,诊断为双侧肱三头肌腱断裂。术中切除了肌腱远端过多的肉芽组织。用高速毛刺对每条肱三头肌肌腱的足底区域进行剥离,直至观察到出血。使用 Krackow 缝合技术重新连接肱三头肌腱,使其完全覆盖在肩胛骨上。这种方法是通过尺骨的骨隧道固定缝线。对两只前肢进行经关节骨骼外固定,以固定和稳定肘关节九周。随后,在为期六周的时间里,该犬在牵引绳的牵引下逐渐增加了行走活动。在三年的随访中,患者的前肢功能得到改善,步态正常,没有跛行迹象。在这一病例中,以缝合为介导的解剖足印修复被证明是有用的,它可能是治疗犬慢性肱三头肌腱断裂的有效手术替代方法。
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Growth Performance, Blood Metabolites, Carcass Characteristics and Meat Quality of Lambs Fed Diets Containing Different Energy Levels Supplemented with Rumen-Protected Choline 羔羊饲喂添加了瘤胃保护胆碱的不同能量水平日粮的生长性能、血液代谢物、胴体特征和肉质
Pub Date : 2024-06-01 DOI: 10.3390/ani14111682
S. Çelik, H. Muruz
Simple Summary Simple Summary: Supplementation with rumen-protected choline (RPC) can reduce dietary metabolizable energy (ME) while maintaining optimum performance, thus contributing to reducing production costs by saving grain which is the primary source of energy in the diet. Previous papers have reported on the interaction effects of ME level and RPC supplementation on production outcomes in dairy cattle and growing goats. The objective of this study was to examine the effects of ME level and RPC supplementation on the growth performance, carcass characteristics, meat quality, serum energy, lipid, and protein profiles of Karayaka lambs. In conclusion, the supplementation of RPC at 0 and 5 g/kg did not affect lamb growth performance and carcass characteristics. Given the lack of significant improvements in performance metrics, RPC supplementation would not result in net cost savings. However, it may play a role in modulating nitrogen metabolism under different dietary energy conditions, as indicated by the significant reduction in serum urea-N levels. The results of the current study indicate that there is no benefit to be gained from the supplementation of RPC in the low-energy diet of fattening lambs. Abstract This study aimed to examine the effects of metabolizable energy (ME) level and rumen-protected choline (RPC) supplementation on the growth performance, carcass characteristics, meat quality, serum energy, lipid, and protein profiles of Karayaka lambs. Twenty-eight Karayaka lambs, with an initial body weight (BW) of 26.85 ± 0.26 kg, were randomly assigned (2 × 2 factorial design) to one of four dietary treatments with two levels of ME (optimum: 2750 or low: 2500 kcal ME/kg dry matter) and two levels of RPC (0 or 4 g/d/lamb). Lambs of each group were housed in individual pens. The experiment lasted 66 d, with the first 10 d consisting of acclimation and the next 56 d of the formal experimental period. The data on BW, dietary matter intake (DMI), and serum glucose concentrations confirm that our model successfully induced low energy using 250 kcal/kg less energy than the optimum level. RPC supplementation did not significantly affect average daily DMI, total average daily gain (ADG), or feed conversion ratio (FCR) at any energy level. Additionally, there was no substantial effect on carcass characteristics, meat quality, serum lipids, energy metabolism indicators, and liver function parameters. There was also no interaction effect of RPC × ME on the parameters tested. However, at 56 d into the experiment, the interaction effect of RPC × ME on serum urea-N was highly significant, and RPC supplementation led to lower serum urea-N levels (p = 0.001). These results suggest that while RPC supplementation did not enhance overall performance and carcass characteristics in Karayaka lambs, it may play a role in modulating nitrogen metabolism, as indicated by the significant reduction in serum urea-N levels.
简单摘要 简单摘要:补充瘤胃保护胆碱(RPC)可降低日粮代谢能(ME),同时保持最佳生产性能,从而通过节省日粮中主要能量来源的谷物来降低生产成本。以前的论文曾报道过 ME 水平和 RPC 补充剂对奶牛和生长山羊生产结果的交互影响。本研究的目的是考察补充 ME 水平和 RPC 对卡拉亚卡羔羊的生长性能、胴体特征、肉质、血清能量、脂质和蛋白质概况的影响。总之,添加 0 和 5 克/千克的 RPC 不会影响羔羊的生长性能和胴体特征。鉴于性能指标没有明显改善,补充 RPC 不会带来净成本节约。不过,在不同的日粮能量条件下,RPC 可能在调节氮代谢方面发挥作用,血清尿素氮水平的显著降低就说明了这一点。目前的研究结果表明,在育肥羔羊的低能量日粮中补充 RPC 不会带来任何益处。摘要 本研究旨在探讨可代谢能(ME)水平和瘤胃保护胆碱(RPC)的补充对卡拉亚卡羔羊的生长性能、胴体特征、肉质、血清能量、脂质和蛋白质谱的影响。将初始体重(BW)为 26.85 ± 0.26 千克的 28 只卡拉亚卡羔羊随机分配(2 × 2 因式设计)到四种日粮处理中的一种,即两种 ME 水平(最佳:2750 或低:2500 千卡 ME/千克干物质)和两种 RPC 水平(0 或 4 克/天/羔羊)。各组羔羊分别饲养在不同的围栏中。实验持续了 66 天,前 10 天为适应期,后 56 天为正式实验期。体重、日粮物质摄入量(DMI)和血清葡萄糖浓度的数据证实,我们的模型成功地诱导了低能耗,使用的能量比最佳水平少 250 千卡/千克。在任何能量水平下,补充 RPC 都不会对平均日 DMI、总平均日增重 (ADG) 或饲料转化率 (FCR) 产生明显影响。此外,对胴体特征、肉质、血清脂质、能量代谢指标和肝功能参数也没有实质性影响。RPC × ME 对测试参数也没有交互影响。然而,在实验进行到 56 d 时,RPC × ME 对血清尿素氮的交互效应非常显著,补充 RPC 可降低血清尿素氮水平(p = 0.001)。这些结果表明,虽然补充 RPC 并不能提高卡拉亚卡羔羊的整体性能和胴体特征,但它可能在调节氮代谢方面发挥作用,血清尿素-N 水平的显著降低就说明了这一点。
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The Effects of Slaughter Methods and Drying Temperatures on the Protein Hydrolysis of Black Soldier Fly Larvae Meal 屠宰方法和干燥温度对黑翅蝇幼虫肉蛋白质水解的影响
Pub Date : 2024-06-01 DOI: 10.3390/ani14111709
María Rodríguez-Rodríguez, M. Sánchez-Muros, María del Carmen Vargas-García, Ágnes Timea Varga, D. Fabrikov, F. Barroso
Simple Summary Insects, because of their protein content and environmental advantages, have been considered a promising alternative to other traditional protein sources. The black soldier fly (BSFL) is one of the most studied insects given its use as an alternative feed for farmed animals (mammals, poultry, and fish). This study investigated the effect of the method of slaughter (freezing, blanching, Melacide® + freezing, and liquid nitrogen slaughter) and drying temperature (50, 70, and 90 °C) on the protein digestibility, proximal composition, and organic matter digestibility of BSFL meal. The results show that the best slaughter methods were slaughtering with liquid nitrogen and blanching, and 70 °C was the drying temperature that showed the best digestibility results while maintaining good hygienic–sanitary conditions. Abstract In recent years, the potential of insects as a sustainable protein alternative to feed the growing world population has been explored. Differences in the ways insects are processed can affect their proximate composition and digestibility. This work studied the effects of the combination of different types of slaughter methods and drying temperatures on the proximate composition, organic matter digestibility (OMd), hydrolysis degree (DH/NH2 and DH/100 g DM), total hydrolysis (TH), and hygienic and sanitary characteristics of BSFL (black soldier fly larvae) meal. Four types of slaughter methods were used including freezing (F), blanching + freezing (B), Melacide® + freezing (M), and liquid nitrogen slaughter (N). Each of these was used with three drying temperatures (50, 70, and 90 °C). A negative correlation between the acid detergent fiber (ADF) and protein digestibility parameters was obtained. The most suitable drying temperature was 70 °C, as it produced higher values of protein digestibility (DH and TH), resulting in hygienic and sanitary conditions suitable for food use. Slaughtering with liquid nitrogen and blanching was more conducive to achieving high protein digestibility results than traditional freezing or the use of Melacide®.
简单摘要 昆虫因其蛋白质含量和环境优势,一直被认为是一种很有前途的替代品,可以替代其他传统蛋白质来源。鉴于黑兵蝇(BSFL)可用作养殖动物(哺乳动物、家禽和鱼)的替代饲料,因此它是研究最多的昆虫之一。本研究调查了屠宰方法(冷冻、焯水、Melacide® + 冷冻和液氮屠宰)和干燥温度(50、70 和 90 °C)对 BSFL 粉的蛋白质消化率、近端成分和有机物消化率的影响。结果表明,最好的屠宰方法是液氮屠宰和焯水,70 °C的烘干温度在保持良好卫生条件的同时,消化率结果最好。摘要 近年来,人们一直在探索昆虫作为可持续蛋白质替代品的潜力,以养活不断增长的世界人口。昆虫加工方式的不同会影响其近似成分和消化率。这项工作研究了不同类型的屠宰方法和干燥温度组合对 BSFL(黑兵蝇幼虫)粉的近似成分、有机物消化率(OMd)、水解度(DH/NH2 和 DH/100 g DM)、总水解度(TH)以及卫生和清洁特性的影响。使用了四种屠宰方法,包括冷冻(F)、焯水+冷冻(B)、Melacide®+冷冻(M)和液氮屠宰(N)。每种方法都有三种干燥温度(50、70 和 90 °C)。酸性洗涤纤维(ADF)和蛋白质消化率参数之间呈负相关。最合适的烘干温度是 70 °C,因为它能产生较高的蛋白质消化率(DH 和 TH),从而达到适合食品使用的卫生条件。与传统的冷冻或使用 Melacide® 相比,使用液氮屠宰和焯水更有利于获得高蛋白消化率结果。
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Fish Welfare-Related Issues and Their Relevance in Land-Based Olive Flounder (Paralichthys olivaceus) Farms in Korea 韩国陆基橄榄鲽(Paralichthys olivaceus)养殖场的鱼类福利相关问题及其意义
Pub Date : 2024-06-01 DOI: 10.3390/ani14111693
Seoyeon Oh, Seunghyung Lee
Simple Summary The welfare of farmed fish is crucial in aquaculture, requiring demanding attention to ensure their health and safety throughout the farming process. Stress and pain experienced by fish have profound implications for their overall well-being, highlighting the importance of mitigating these factors. Enhancing fish welfare promotes the sustainability of aquaculture and fortifies fish resilience against stressors. Despite significant advancements in production and species diversity in Korean aquaculture, the welfare of farmed fish remains largely neglected. To address potential welfare issues in the farming process, we conducted an analysis focusing on olive flounder, a staple species in Korean aquaculture. We identified welfare concerns relevant to olive flounder farming, laying the foundation for the development of robust welfare standards and the promotion of ethical and responsible practices in Korean aquaculture. Abstract Korean aquaculture has expanded considerably in recent decades; however, this growth has often prioritized quantity over fish welfare. Therefore, we analyzed the aquaculture practices of olive flounder, the predominant species in Korean consumption and production, within the framework of fish welfare. We conducted extensive interviews and surveys across olive flounder farms in Jeju-do and Wando to examine prevalent issues impacting fish welfare in aquaculture. These issues include stressors, mass mortality events, and disease outbreaks, all of which strain the welfare of farmed fish. Moreover, our survey revealed farmers’ varying perceptions of fish welfare, highlighting the necessity for a cohesive approach. Accordingly, we propose recommendations to enhance fish welfare and establish a more sustainable aquaculture model in Korea. Ensuring fish welfare in aquaculture operations requires a comprehensive approach that considers the physiological and behavioral needs of fish throughout the farming lifecycle. By prioritizing fish welfare, Korean aquaculture can strengthen its growth while maintaining ethical standards and ensuring the well-being of farmed fish. This welfare-centric approach is crucial for the long-term sustainability and resilience of the Korean aquaculture industry. By addressing welfare concerns and promoting responsible practices, Korean aquaculture can foster an ethically sound and sustainable future.
简单摘要 养殖鱼类的福利在水产养殖中至关重要,需要在整个养殖过程中给予关注,以确保它们的健康和安全。鱼类所经历的压力和痛苦对其整体健康有着深远的影响,这凸显了减轻这些因素的重要性。提高鱼类福利可促进水产养殖业的可持续发展,并增强鱼类抵御压力的能力。尽管韩国水产养殖业在生产和物种多样性方面取得了重大进展,但养殖鱼类的福利问题在很大程度上仍被忽视。为了解决养殖过程中潜在的福利问题,我们对韩国水产养殖的主要品种橄榄鲽进行了分析。我们确定了与橄榄鲽养殖相关的福利问题,为制定健全的福利标准以及在韩国水产养殖中推广道德和负责任的做法奠定了基础。摘要 近几十年来,韩国水产养殖业有了很大发展,但这种发展往往将数量置于鱼类福利之上。因此,我们在鱼类福利的框架内分析了韩国消费和生产的主要鱼种橄榄鲽的水产养殖实践。我们对济州岛和万岛的橄榄鲽养殖场进行了广泛的访谈和调查,以研究影响水产养殖中鱼类福利的普遍问题。这些问题包括压力因素、大量死亡事件和疾病爆发,所有这些都会影响养殖鱼类的福利。此外,我们的调查显示,养殖户对鱼类福利的看法各不相同,这突出表明有必要采取协调一致的方法。因此,我们提出了在韩国提高鱼类福利和建立更可持续的水产养殖模式的建议。确保水产养殖中的鱼类福利需要一种综合方法,考虑鱼类在整个养殖生命周期中的生理和行为需求。通过优先考虑鱼类福利,韩国水产养殖业可以在保持道德标准和确保养殖鱼类福祉的同时加强其发展。这种以福利为中心的方法对韩国水产养殖业的长期可持续性和恢复力至关重要。通过解决鱼类福利问题和推广负责任的做法,韩国水产养殖业可以促进一个道德健全和可持续发展的未来。
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Welfare Assessment in Pigs Using the Salivary Proteome 利用唾液蛋白质组评估猪的福利状况
Pub Date : 2024-06-01 DOI: 10.3390/ani14111703
S. Prims, C. Van Ginneken, X. Van Ostade, Christophe Casteleyn
Simple Summary Piglets raised at a farm for meat production experience stress that affects their welfare. Recently, it has been demonstrated that several salivary proteins are up- or down-regulated in stressful situations. These could, therefore, be used as biomarkers for stress. This review revisits the definition of stress and defines the protein composition of porcine saliva to finally propose a panel of six salivary stress biomarkers. Abstract Identifying the potential presence of stress at the pig farm is fundamental since it affects pig welfare. As a result, a reliable and straightforward tool to monitor stress could record the welfare status of the animals. Although numerous methods to assess the welfare of pigs have been developed in the past, no gold standard has been established yet. Recently, the value of saliva as a tool to identify chronic stress in piglets was explored, as it can be collected fast and non-invasively. Since the protein composition, i.e., the proteome of porcine saliva, responds to stress, the affected proteins could be used as salivary stress biomarkers. The present review first defines stress and its relationship with welfare. Next, the porcine gland-specific salivary proteome is characterized. Finally, six potential salivary biomarkers for stress are proposed, i.e., odorant-binding protein, vomeromodulin-like protein, chitinase, lipocalin-1, long palate lung and nasal epithelium protein, and alpha-2-HS-glycoprotein.
简单摘要 在肉类生产农场饲养的仔猪会经历应激,从而影响其福利。最近的研究表明,在应激情况下,有几种唾液蛋白质会上调或下调。因此,这些蛋白质可用作应激的生物标记物。本综述重新审视了应激的定义,并界定了猪唾液的蛋白质组成,最终提出了六种唾液应激生物标记物。摘要 识别猪场中可能存在的应激是至关重要的,因为它会影响猪的福利。因此,一种可靠而直接的应激监测工具可以记录动物的福利状况。尽管过去已经开发出了许多评估猪福利的方法,但至今仍未建立起黄金标准。最近,人们探索了将唾液作为识别仔猪慢性应激的工具的价值,因为唾液可以快速、无创地收集。由于猪唾液中的蛋白质组成(即蛋白质组)会对应激做出反应,因此受影响的蛋白质可用作唾液应激生物标记物。本综述首先定义了应激及其与福利的关系。接着,介绍了猪腺体特异性唾液蛋白质组的特征。最后,提出了六种潜在的唾液应激生物标记物,即气味结合蛋白、vomeromodulin 样蛋白、几丁质酶、脂钙蛋白-1、长腭肺和鼻上皮细胞蛋白以及甲型-2-HS-糖蛋白。
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Comparative Cytogenetics of the Malagasy Ground Geckos of the Paroedura bastardi and Paroedura picta Species Groups 马达加斯加地壁虎 Paroedura bastardi 和 Paroedura picta 种群的细胞遗传学比较
Pub Date : 2024-06-01 DOI: 10.3390/ani14111708
M. Mezzasalma, G. Odierna, R. Macirella, Elvira Brunelli
Simple Summary Chromosome changes represent important events in evolution. They may trigger processes of speciation or be the result of phylogenetic diversification. In both cases they can represent discrete evolutionary markers of taxonomic significance. In this contribution, we performed a comparative cytogenetic analysis on several representatives of the Malagasy ground geckos of the genus Paroedura. Our results show that chromosome variability in this genus involves chromosome number, morphology, and the independent differentiation of sex chromosome systems in distinct evolutionary lineages. We also highlight that the taxonomic, genetic and chromosome diversity in Paroedura is still underestimated. Abstract We present a comparative chromosome study of several taxa of the Malagasy ground geckos of the Paroedura bastardi and P. picta species groups. We employed a preliminary molecular analysis using a trait of the mitochondrial 16S rRNA gene (of about 570 bp) to assess the taxonomic status of the samples studied and a cytogenetic analysis with standard karyotyping (5% Giemsa solution), silver staining (Ag–NOR staining) and sequential C-banding (C-banding + Giemsa and + fluorochromes). Our results show that all the taxa studied of the P. bastardi group (P. ibityensis, P. rennerae and P. cf. guibeae) have a similar karyotype composed of 2n = 34 chromosomes, with two metacentric pairs (1 and 3) and all other pairs being acrocentric. Chromosome diversification in the P. bastardi group was mainly linked to the diversification of heteromorphic sex chromosome systems (ZZ/ZW) in P. ibityensis and P. rennerae, while no heteromorphic sex chromosome pair was found in P. cf. guibeae. The two taxa investigated of the P. picta species group (here named P. picta and P. cf. picta based on molecular data) showed the same chromosome number of 2n = 36, mostly acrocentric elements, but differed in the number of metacentric elements, probably as a result of an inversion at chromosome pair 2. We highlight that the genus Paroedura is characterized by the independent diversification of heterogametic sex chromosomes in different evolutionary lineages and, similarly to other phylogenetically related gecko genera, by a progressive formation of a biarmed element by means of tandem fusions and inversions of distinct pairs.
简单摘要 染色体变化是进化过程中的重要事件。它们可能引发物种的分化过程,也可能是系统发育多样化的结果。在这两种情况下,它们都可能代表具有分类学意义的离散进化标记。在本文中,我们对马达加斯加地壁虎属 Paroedura 的几个代表物种进行了细胞遗传学比较分析。我们的研究结果表明,该属的染色体变异涉及染色体数目、形态以及性染色体系统在不同进化系中的独立分化。我们还强调,Paroedura 的分类、遗传和染色体多样性仍被低估。摘要 我们对马达加斯加地壁虎 Paroedura bastardi 和 P. picta 物种群的几个类群进行了染色体比较研究。我们利用线粒体 16S rRNA 基因(约 570 bp)的性状进行了初步分子分析,以评估所研究样本的分类地位,并利用标准核型(5% Giemsa 溶液)、银染色(Ag-NOR 染色)和连续 C 带(C 带 + Giemsa 和 + 荧光)进行了细胞遗传学分析。我们的研究结果表明,所研究的 P. bastardi 群的所有类群(P. ibityensis、P. rennerae 和 P. cf. guibeae)都具有相似的核型,由 2n = 34 条染色体组成,其中有两对元中心染色体(1 号和 3 号),其他所有对都是渐中心染色体。P. bastardi 组的染色体多样化主要与 P. ibityensis 和 P. rennerae 中异形性染色体系统(ZZ/ZW)的多样化有关,而在 P. cf. guibeae 中没有发现异形性染色体对。picta 和 P. cf. picta)的染色体数目相同,均为 2n = 36,多数为尖心型元素,但偏心型元素的数目不同,这可能是第 2 对染色体倒位的结果。我们强调,Paroedura 属的特点是在不同进化系中异源性染色体的独立多样化,而且与其他系统发育相关的壁虎属类似,通过不同对的串联融合和倒位,逐步形成了双臂元素。
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Splenic Myelolipomas in the Domestic Cat—To Operate or Not to Operate? 家猫脾脏骨髓脂肪瘤--手术还是不手术?
Pub Date : 2024-06-01 DOI: 10.3390/ani14111700
Diana J. Kennedy, Helena M. T. Ferreira, M. Dobromylskyj, Stefan Hobi, A. Almendros, P. Bęczkowski
Simple Summary Myelolipoma of the spleen is a benign tumour rarely described in cats. These masses typically do not spread to other organs, but their growth can push or displace surrounding tissues and lead to pain or discomfort. In this report we describe a cat that presented to the veterinarian with a history of poor appetite and weight loss. Following thorough diagnostic investigations, presenting complaints were attributed to the intra-abdominal growth of a splenic mass. The mass was removed surgically, but the patient died in the recovery period. This case report highlights the need for careful assessment of a risk–benefit ratio when approaching this rare form of neoplasm in cats. Abstract Myelolipoma is a benign, typically inert neoplasm of uncertain aetiology that is rarely reported in cats. Although commonly asymptomatic, in some cases, myelolipomas can cause abdominal discomfort or present with rupture and haemorrhage. Here, we describe a rare case of a splenic myelolipoma in a Domestic Long Hair cat in which, after extensive diagnostic investigations, clinical signs of hyporexia and weight loss were attributable to the presence of an intra-abdominal mass. The patient was treated by splenectomy and unexpectedly died during the post-operative period. Although splenectomy appears to be a sensible intervention in symptomatic patients, the optimal management of splenic myelolipomas in cats remains unknown. The risk–benefit ratio of surgical management needs to be carefully considered, and therapeutic intervention should be tailored individually to each patient.
简单摘要 脾脏骨髓脂肪瘤是一种良性肿瘤,很少见于猫。这些肿块通常不会扩散到其他器官,但它们的生长会挤压或移位周围组织,导致疼痛或不适。在本报告中,我们描述了一只因食欲不振和体重减轻而就诊的猫。经过全面的诊断检查后,猫咪的主诉被归结为脾脏肿块在腹腔内生长。手术切除了肿块,但患者在恢复期间死亡。本病例报告强调,在治疗猫这种罕见肿瘤时,需要仔细评估风险收益比。摘要 骨髓脂肪瘤是一种良性、典型的惰性肿瘤,病因不明,很少见于猫科动物。虽然骨髓脂肪瘤通常没有症状,但在某些情况下,骨髓脂肪瘤会引起腹部不适或出现破裂和出血。在此,我们描述了一例罕见的家养长毛猫脾脏骨髓脂肪瘤病例,经过广泛的诊断检查后,患者出现厌食和体重减轻的临床症状,原因是腹腔内存在肿块。患者接受了脾脏切除术,却在术后意外死亡。虽然脾脏切除术似乎是对有症状的患者进行干预的明智选择,但猫脾髓脂肪瘤的最佳治疗方法仍是未知数。需要仔细考虑手术治疗的风险效益比,并根据每位患者的具体情况采取相应的治疗干预措施。
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Effect of Olive Cake in Bísaro Pig Feed on Physicochemical Composition and Fatty Acid Profile of Three Different Muscles of Dry-Cured Shoulder 比萨罗猪饲料中的橄榄饼对三种不同干腌肩肉理化成分和脂肪酸组成的影响
Pub Date : 2024-06-01 DOI: 10.3390/ani14111697
A. Leite, Lia Vasconcelos, Sandra Rodrigues, E. Pereira, Rubén Domínguez-Valencia, J. Lorenzo, A. Teixeira
Simple Summary The use of olive cake in animal feed can be utilized for purposes that go beyond nutritional needs, in the sense of a circular economy. This study has shown that the use of olive cake does not negatively affect the physico-chemical characteristics and fatty acid profile of the final product (shoulder), which allows us to utilize this highly environmentally harmful by-product. This study also looked at the effect of curing times (fresh, 6 and 12 months curing) and, as expected, curing time was highly significant. The effect of three different shoulder muscles was also studied, and there were different behaviours due to the more external or internal location of the muscles. Abstract The purpose of this study was to assess the following effects: (1) the inclusion of olive in the animal’s diet on the dry-cured shoulder; (2) the effect of curing on three different muscles (infraspinatus, supraspinatus, and subscapular); (3) the effect of different curing times (fresh shoulder, 6 months curing, and 12 months curing). For this purpose, forty shoulders were used, followed by a cold nitrite-free curing process with controlled humidity and temperature, according to the flowchart of a company that implements highly stringent standards in terms of food safety and quality. Samples were evaluated for their physicochemical composition and lipid profile. All the physicochemical composition parameters were significantly different (p < 0.001) in the three muscles studied. As might be expected, the curing times from the fresh product to the final product were also significantly different for all the parameters studied in this work. Regarding the inclusion of olive cake, it was found that treatment with a base diet + 10% exhausted olive cake (T4) showed higher levels for the parameters NaCl, collagen, and total fat. As for the fatty acid profile, in general, the olive did not influence the final product. On the other hand, we found that the type of muscle and the curing time of the cured shoulder had a significant influence on the fatty acid profile. We should also point out that there are significant differences in the interaction between curing time and muscle, particularly in saturated fatty acids (SFAs), monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFAs), and polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), as well as the lipid quality indices. Canonical discriminant analysis is viable for evaluating the evolution of the curing process, discriminating and classifying curing times, and evaluating the muscles of the Bísaro pork shoulder. Also, the introduction of olive cake into the animal diet does not affect the final product obtained.
简单摘要 从循环经济的意义上讲,在动物饲料中使用橄榄油饼的目的可以超越营养需求。这项研究表明,使用橄榄油饼不会对最终产品(肩部)的理化特性和脂肪酸组成产生负面影响,因此我们可以利用这种对环境有害的副产品。这项研究还考察了腌制时间(新鲜、6 个月和 12 个月腌制)的影响,不出所料,腌制时间的影响非常显著。此外,还研究了三种不同的肩部肌肉的影响,由于肌肉位于外部或内部,因此会产生不同的行为。摘要 本研究的目的是评估以下影响:(1)在动物饮食中添加橄榄对干腌肩部的影响;(2)腌制对三种不同肌肉(冈下肌、冈上肌和肩胛下肌)的影响;(3)不同腌制时间(新鲜肩部、腌制 6 个月和腌制 12 个月)的影响。为此,我们使用了 40 个肩部,然后按照一家在食品安全和质量方面执行严格标准的公司的流程图,在湿度和温度可控的情况下进行了无亚硝酸盐冷腌制。对样品的理化成分和脂质概况进行了评估。在所研究的三种肌肉中,所有理化成分参数都有显著差异(p < 0.001)。正如预期的那样,从新鲜产品到最终产品的腌制时间对本研究中的所有参数也有显著差异。关于橄榄油饼的添加量,研究发现,基础日粮+10%橄榄油饼(T4)的处理显示出较高的氯化钠、胶原蛋白和总脂肪含量。至于脂肪酸含量,一般来说,橄榄不会影响最终产品。另一方面,我们发现腌制肩肉的肌肉类型和腌制时间对脂肪酸含量有显著影响。我们还应该指出,腌制时间和肌肉之间的相互作用存在显著差异,尤其是饱和脂肪酸(SFA)、单不饱和脂肪酸(MUFA)和多不饱和脂肪酸(PUFA)以及脂质质量指标。卡农判别分析适用于评估腌制过程的演变、腌制时间的判别和分类以及比萨罗猪肩肌肉的评估。此外,在动物饲料中添加橄榄油饼不会影响最终产品的质量。
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