Metabolic changes before and after weaning in Dezhou donkey foals in relation to gut microbiota [PDF]
Frontiers in Microbiology, 2023 Weaning is undoubtedly one of the most crucial stages in the growth and development of all mammalian animals, including donkey foals. Weaning is a dynamic and coordinated process of the body, which is closely associated with the health, nutrition, and ...
Qiwen Yang +14 more
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Evaluation of jennies' colostrum: IgG concentrations and absorption in the donkey foals. A preliminary study [PDF]
Heliyon, 2020 Immunoglobulin type G (IgG) concentration both in jennies' colostrum and in serum of donkey foals are mostly unknown in the first 24 h after delivery. The aims of the present study were to evaluate the IgG concentrations of colostrum during the first 24 ...
Luca Turini +7 more
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An Overview of Donkey Neonatology [PDF]
AnimalsThe number of donkey-breeding farms is variable around the world despite the growing popularity of this species as working animals, companion pets, for show events, in asinotherapy for children and adults with physical and mental disorders, and as a ...
Francisco J. Mendoza, Ramiro E. Toribio
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Reproductive characteristics of foal heat in female donkeys
Animal, 2017 In this study, the first postpartum heat, termed the foal heat, characteristics and performance in female donkey (jenny) of Martina Franca are described.
A. Carluccio +6 more
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Characterization of Bacterial Communities in Air and Bedding Materials of Intensive Donkey Farms During Summer [PDF]
MicroorganismsThis study investigated the bacterial community composition and diversity in air and exercise yard bedding samples from large-scale donkey farms in Liaocheng, China, during summer using 16S rRNA high-throughput sequencing. Air samples were collected from
Wenxuan Si +9 more
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Ultrasonography Evaluation of Umbilical Structures in Clinically Healthy Donkey Foals during the First Week of Life [PDF]
Animals, 2021 The umbilicus is a potential access-point for pathogens in equine foal, causing umbilical infections and potentially life-threating illness. Early diagnosis based on ultrasonographic appearance and measurement is crucial to avoid severe complications and
Valentina Vitale +6 more
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Equine Herpesvirus-1 Induced Respiratory Disease in Dezhou Donkey Foals: Case Study from China, 2024 [PDF]
Veterinary SciencesEquine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) is a significant pathogen that causes substantial economic losses in the equine industry worldwide, which leads to severe respiratory diseases and abortions in horses.
Lian Ruan +10 more
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Twin Pregnancy in the Martina Franca Donkey Breed Managed by Natural Reduction and Post-Fixation Manual Crushing [PDF]
AnimalsIn Equids, undetected twin pregnancy represents the most important cause of abortion and is also associated with high neonatal mortality rates. Therefore, the detection and management of twin pregnancies is pivotal to allow the continuation of single ...
Maria Cristina Veronesi +6 more
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Description of a Modified Two-Step Omphalectomy Technique Using the LigaSure™ Device to Remove the Whole Extrahepatic Umbilical Vein: A Case Series Study in Equine and Donkey Foals [PDF]
AnimalsUmbilical disorders are common in equids, although scarce information is available in donkeys compared to horses. Foals with these disturbances have high morbidity and mortality rates.
Antonio Buzon-Cuevas +5 more
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Radiographic Appearance of the Fore Digit and Carpal Joint in the Mule Foal from Birth to 3 Months of Age [PDF]
Animals, 2023 Few studies have established the normal radiographic anatomical development of the donkey foal and, to date, no data are available for mules. Our aim was thus to evaluate the radiographic development of the fore digit and carpal joint in the mule foal ...
Irene Nocera +4 more
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