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Prevalence of lumbosacral transitional vertebrae and association with hip dysplasia in Rhodesian Ridgebacks in Germany
SK Slunsky, P Slunsky, E Fort, L Brunnberg
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(10):369-378 | DOI: 10.17221/30/2025-VETMED 
Congenital anomalies affecting the spinal column are frequently observed in certain dog breeds. One such condition occurs at the junction between the lower back and the sacrum, where vertebrae exhibit mixed structural characteristics. This retrospective study analysed imaging records of Rhodesian Ridgebacks collected over 28 years, selecting only those that met strict positioning standards for evaluation. A total of 2 012 cases were analysed using established classification methods, identifying three distinct structural variations: a typical junction, a bilaterally altered morphology, and an asymmetrical form affecting one side. The prevalence...
Effect of trace mineral injection on serum trace mineral concentrations and reproductive indicators in sheep synchronised during the anoestrus period
A Cortu, O Gungor
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(10):358-368 | DOI: 10.17221/28/2025-VETMED
Sheep production represents an important source of income for farmers in Türkiye; however, reproductive inefficiencies during the anoestrus period pose a major challenge to productivity. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of injectable trace minerals (copper, selenium, manganese, and zinc) on the reproductive performance of Awassi ewes synchronised during the anoestrous period. A total of 200 clinically healthy ewes were randomly allocated to two groups: the trace mineral group (TRACE, n = 100), which received 2 ml of a trace mineral solution 14 days before oestrus synchronisation, and the control group (CON, n = 100), which received...
The effects of zinc oxide nanoparticles on the oxidative stress, caspase-3, cytokine and immunity in rats
M Gultekin, M Eren, FD Koca, CK Bozbek, N Develi
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(10):379-392 | DOI: 10.17221/11/2025-VETMED
This study was conducted to examine the effects of zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) on the malondialdehyde (MDA) concentrations, superoxidase dismutase (SOD), glutathione peroxidase (GPx) and caspase-3 (CASP3) activities, tumour necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) and interleukin-6 (IL-6), immunoglobulin (Ig) E, G, M and zinc (Zn) concentrations in the serum/plasma and liver tissues of rats. Forty Wistar Albino rats were separated into five equal groups as the control, 5 and 10 mg/kg, b.w./day ZnO, 5 and 10 mg/kg b.w./day ZnO NPs were administered i.p. every other day for 14 days. The plasma MDA and plasma/liver TNF-α concentrations increased...
Epidemiological insights into bovine helminthiasis in Upper Egypt: Prevalence, risk factors, and pathological findings
AA Khedr, SM AbdelRaheem, MM Farghaly, SI Alsultan, M Abdulmohsen, S Fathi El-Hawari, WG El-Dein Mahmoud
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(10):339-357 | DOI: 10.17221/112/2024-VETMED
This study examines the prevalence of helminthic infestations, risk factors, and odds ratios in 1 300 cattle, revealing significant patterns in parasite distribution and influencing factors. Overall, 60.3% of cattle were infested with one or more types of parasites, with Moniezia spp. being the most prevalent (46.9%), followed by Fasciola spp. (36.9%), Paramphistomum spp. (26.8%), and Avitellina spp. (10.8%). Among the seasons, winter exhibited the highest infestation rate (66.1%), and calves under one year of age were more commonly infested (64.2%) than older cattle (over three years: 51.1%, OR = 0.584 1). Distinct...
Blastocystis first detected in Sciurus vulgaris and Sciurus vulgaris exalbidus in Chengdu, China
X Li, H Huang, Y Liu, W Meng, Z Zhong, Z Zhou, G Peng, J Han, H Liu
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(9):329-334 | DOI: 10.17221/71/2024-VETMED
The anaerobic unicellular protist Blastocystis is widely recognised for its presence in the gastrointestinal systems of humans and various animals globally. However, there is a paucity of reports on the prevalence and subtype (ST) distribution of Blastocystis in the squirrel population. This study was conducted to determine the prevalence and genetic diversity of Blastocystis, as well as its zoonotic potential, among Sciurus vulgaris and Sciurus vulgaris exalbidus in Chengdu, China. A total of 41 faecal samples (31 from...
Influence of dietary coriander seeds and administration of Lactobacillus acidophilus on the performance of growing rabbits under subtropical climatic conditions
SM Abdel-Raheem, MA Kobeisy, YA Gomaa, AMA Meligy, M Elalfy, MM Farghaly
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(9):313-328 | DOI: 10.17221/104/2024-VETMED
This study investigated the effects of coriander seed powder and Lactobacillus acidophilus solution (LAS) on the growth, nutrient digestibility, blood parameters, and intestinal health of growing rabbits under subtropical conditions. Forty Californian rabbits, aged 35 days with an average body weight of 588 ± 34 g, were randomly assigned to four groups: a control group fed a standard diet, a group (T1) receiving the basal diet supplemented with 1.5% coriander seed powder, a group (T2) receiving the basal diet with oral LAS at 1 × 109 CFU/kg, and a group (T3) receiving both coriander seed powder and LAS. The study measured body...
Far lateral lumbar intervertebral disc extrusion in a cat: Case report
Y Jang, HK Chae, YJ Hong
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(9):335-338 | DOI: 10.17221/107/2024-VETMED
A 4-year-old domestic long-haired cat presented with acute, progressive, non-weight-bearing lameness of the left pelvic limb and reluctance to climb. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) revealed decreased T2-weighted signal intensity of the nucleus pulposus in all lumbar intervertebral discs except L7-S1, with far-lateral T2-weighted low-signal material at L6–L7 surrounding the sixth lumbar nerve root. A diagnosis of far-lateral intervertebral disc extrusion at L6–L7 was made. Clinical signs resolved almost completely within 15 days of conservative management....
Multi-year study monitoring the mercury content in the tissues of cattle sampled in the Czech Republic between 2014 and 2023
M Svoboda, V Vlasakova, D Harustiakova, J Illek, A Staffa, J Vasek, K Novotna Kruzikova, J Cahova, Z Svobodova
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(9):307-312 | DOI: 10.17221/34/2025-VETMED
Analyses of mercury concentrations in the muscle, liver and kidneys of cattle were conducted in the Czech Republic during the period from 2014 to 2023. The average mercury content in muscles, livers, and kidneys of calves was 0.000 5 ± 0.000 0 mg.kg–1, 0.002 7 ± 0.000 5 mg.kg–1, and 0.004 1 ± 0.000 8 mg.kg–1, respectively. In fattening cattle, the average mercury content in muscles, livers and kidneys was 0.000 5 ± 0.000 0 mg.kg–1,...
Cytotoxic and apoptotic effects of etoposide and ellagic acid alone or with possible synergistic/additive combinations on a canine D-17 osteosarcoma cell line
GS Ekren Asici, F Kiral, A Bildik, PA Ulutas
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(8):279-293 | DOI: 10.17221/24/2025-VETMED
Osteosarcoma (OSA) is the most prevalent and aggressive malignancy of canine bones. Etoposide is an effective chemotherapeutic agent for cancer treatment, whereas ellagic acid is a naturally occurring compound with antioxidant and anticancer properties; however, both are inhibitors of the topoisomerase enzyme. In this study, the synergistic/additive effect of etoposide, known to have a growth-inhibitory impact in canine osteosarcoma (OSA) cells, and ellagic acid was investigated. The mechanism by which this effect inhibits cell growth at lower etoposide doses was also...
Conduction block and thin and hypokinetic myocardial segments in feline hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Y Sung, J Park, Y Chae, T Yun, BT Kang, H Kim
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(8):302-306 | DOI: 10.17221/14/2025-VETMED
A 12-year-old castrated male domestic shorthair cat was referred for respiratory distress. Physical examination revealed a systolic heart murmur at the left apex and crackles in all lung fields. Thoracic radiography showed Valentine-shaped cardiomegaly, pulmonary oedema, and pleural effusion. Echocardiography revealed focal thickening of the interventricular septum [11.01 mm; reference interval (RI) = 3.00–5.20 mm] and left ventricular posterior wall (7.41 mm; RI = 3.00–5.10 mm) during diastole. In the apex region, the free wall was focally thinned to approximately...
SOD1 and CAT gene expressions in stray and owned animals
G Sonmez, MC Temizkan, MH Culha
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(8):273-278 | DOI: 10.17221/12/2025-VETMED
Dogs and cats are the most common companion animals in urban environments. Some dogs and cats live in stable home settings, receiving regular care. However, stray dogs and cats are exposed to chronic stress due to life on the streets or in shelters. Stress is correlated with oxidative stress. The dysregulation of redox balance can lead to the accumulation of reactive oxygen species, which promote cellular and molecular damage. In this study, the blood samples were collected from 150 female animals (90 dogs and 60 cats) to isolate peripheral blood mononuclear...
Haemotropic Mycoplasma species in cat blood samples by PCR
O Gulaydin, M Yesilyurt, G Akgul, O Erdeger, K Eercan
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(8):294-301 | DOI: 10.17221/7/2025-VETMED
Haemotropic mycoplasmas can cause severe anaemia in pets and also have zoonotic potential. The determination of these microorganisms from clinical samples is of critical importance. In this study, the presence of Mycoplasma haemofelis (Mhf), Candidatus Mycoplasma haemominutum (CMhm), and Candidatus Mycoplasma turicensis (CMt) in blood samples collected from 62 cats was investigated. Haemotropic mycoplasmas were identified by PCR amplifying the 16S rRNA gene, and sequence analysis was applied for confirmation and differentiation of the species. Six (9.67%) blood samples...
The use of parenteral application of ferric carboxymaltose in the prevention of iron deficiency anaemia in suckling piglets
M Svoboda, J Vasek, J Jarkovsky, V Skupien, V Vitkova
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(7):242-246 | DOI: 10.17221/22/2025-VETMED
This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of ferric carboxymaltose injection in the prevention of anaemia in suckling piglets. In group A (n = 8), piglets were administered iron in the form of iron carboxymaltose complex (Ferinject®) at a dose of 200 mg i.m. (neck muscle) at the age of 3 days. In group B (n = 8), piglets were given iron in the form of iron dextran (Ferribion®) at a dose of 200 mg i.m. (neck muscle) at the age of 3 days. In group C (n = 8, anaemic control group), iron was not administered until the age of 10 days. During the study, no statistically significant differences were...
Toxicity of oxalic acid and its toxic effect on antioxidative enzymes in honey bee larvae
T Majchrak, M Ratvaj, L Sabova, J Toporcak, L Molnar
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(7):261-271 | DOI: 10.17221/18/2025-VETMED
The production of food of plant origin is critically dependent on the pollination ability of honey bees, whose health has been deteriorating for a long time, and whose population is declining. In our in vivo experiment on a honey bee brood at the 4-day larval stage, we tested the following concentrations of oxalic acid: 0% (control – applied distilled water), 0.87%, 1.75%, 3.5% and 7%, corresponding to doses of 0 mg, 2.61 mg, 5.25 mg, 10.5 mg, and 21 mg of oxalic acid per dm2 of honeycomb with the brood. The LC50 values (72 h) ranged between 3.17% and 3.33%. The different LC50 values obtained resulted from...
Exploring minocycline’s effect on retinal degeneration following N-methyl-N-nitrosourea exposure in rats
B Karabulut, H Eroksuz, Y Eroksuz, M Gul
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(7):247-260 | DOI: 10.17221/122/2024-VETMED
Retinal degeneration (RD) is often associated with deficiencies or the inaccurate production of photoreceptor-specific proteins, which are encoded by various genes and characterised by the apoptotic and ongoing death of photoreceptor cells. This study involved administering a single intraperitoneal (i.p.) dose of 50 mg/kg of N-methyl-N-nitrosourea (MNU) to rats to induce RD. Some of these rats also received intraperitoneal minocycline at varying doses to prevent RD. Euthanasia was conducted at five intervals: at 12, 24, 48, and 72 h, and on the 7th day; and eye samples were taken. These samples were analysed using histopathology,...
Animal models of autism spectrum disorder: Insights into genetic, structural and environmental models
D Chivchibashi-Pavlova, K Bratoeva
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(7):227-241 | DOI: 10.17221/87/2024-VETMED
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a group of human neurodevelopmental disorders with significant global prevalence. Deficits in social communication and interaction and repetitive, stereotyped patterns of behaviour characterise ASD. The aetiology of ASD is unclear, but several genetic and environmental risk factors, either alone or in combination, are implicated in its development. To date, the underlying pathogenic mechanisms of ASD remain incompletely understood due to its heterogeneity. To better understand the pathogenesis of ASD, various animal models have been developed. The use of animals in ASD research allows the exploration of the biological...
Application of cold atmospheric microwave plasma on four domestic pigeons (Columba livia domestica) with open wounds
K Zelaya, JH Han, J Kim, SY Ahn, YD Suh, DN Lee, SC Yeon
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(6):218-225 | DOI: 10.17221/13/2025-VETMED
This paper reports the feasibility of cold atmospheric microwave plasma (CAMP) therapy for birds with open wounds. Four domestic pigeons (Columba livia domestica) with open wounds of varying severity were treated with CAMP as an adjunct to conventional therapy. Wound healing was assessed using a modified scoring system during each treatment session, and the extent of healing was calculated as a percentage. The results revealed variability in wound improvement across cases, influenced by the initial severity of the wounds. In some cases, the outcomes were limited due to underlying conditions that overrode the recovery process, suggesting that...
Efficacy of a new ready-to-use vaccine against PCV-2d and Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae under experimental conditions
R Krejci, P Trampus, A Csagola, T Szalai, N Palmai, A Toth, N Terenyi, Z Nagy, NA Szeplaki, G Somogyi, T Barna, E Rausch, Z Penzes, M Szaszko, Z Lorincz
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(6):196-202 | DOI: 10.17221/6/2025-VETMED
Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae (M. hyo) and porcine circovirus type 2 (PCV-2) are major and widespread swine pathogens, both implicated in the porcine respiratory disease complex, which can lead to significant economic losses for pig producers. PCV-2d is currently the most prevalent genotype. Vaccination against these two pathogens helps mitigate their impact on pig health and performance. The use of ready-to-mix or ready-to-use (RTU) vaccines targeting PCV-2a or PCV-2a/b and M. hyo is a common practice. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of a novel RTU vaccine containing PCV-2d and M. hyo antigens under experimental conditions....
Antioxidant and cytokine modulation in PCOS rats protected with probiotics, myo-inositol, and herbal extracts
AA Zaki, NM Alharbi, TI Almundarij, SM Albarrak
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(6):203-217 | DOI: 10.17221/116/2024-VETMED
This study investigated the pathophysiology of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and evaluated the protective effects of various treatments in immature female Wistar rats (N = 48). The rats were divided into 6 groups: Olive oil injection (negative control, G1); testosterone propionate (TP)-induced PCOS (G2); probiotic + TP (G3); myo-inositol (myo-ins) + TP (G4); U. dioica extract + TP (G5); W. somnifera extract + TP (G6). The body weight, body weight gain, and percentage gain were measured weekly and then transformed using the base-10 logarithm (log10). TNF-α, IL-4, IL-10, and IL-17 were weekly measured using ELISA...
Uveodermatological syndrome in dogs: A review of diagnosis, management, and ophthalmic patient needs
P Zubricky, A Balicka, Z Drahovska, M Lapsanska, A Trbolova
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(6):185-195 | DOI: 10.17221/10/2025-VETMED
Uveodermatological syndrome is a widely recognised disease that continues to raise significant concern among both veterinarians and pet owners. Its aetiology, although still unclear, is believed to involve an autoimmune origin and genetic predisposition. The most common clinical signs include skin depigmentation, alopecia, poliosis, and, most frequently, granulomatous panuveitis. Affected dogs often develop secondary complications owing to persistent intraocular inflammation, such as cataracts and glaucoma. Although immunosuppressive therapy often yields a favourable response, recurrence is commonly observed. In some cases, uveodermatological syndrome...
Uterine angiomyofibroblastoma in a domestic cat: A need of precise diagnosis for proper perioperative management
TU Kim, JS Park, JH Yim, WJ Kim, SB Hong, YR Jung, SK Choi, SM Baek, JK Park
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(5):177-183 | DOI: 10.17221/88/2024-VETMED
Angiomyofibroblastoma (AMFB) is rarely reported in humans as well as domestic animals, especially in the female genital tract. This painless tumour is characterised by the proliferation of spindle or ovoid tumour cells with myofibroblastic differentiation, which often cluster around thin-walled blood vessels. This report presents a case of feline AMFB for the first time. Preoperative abdominal radiography demonstrated an enlarged uterus with the dorsolateral displacement of the ovaries, and transabdominal ultrasonography showed an enlarged uterus with diffuse hypoechoic areas. The resected uterus showed a firm texture with a grey to brownish...
Environmental DNA (eDNA) contamination patterns of African swine fever virus (ASFV) in swine transport vehicles in the Philippines
MJ Bartolome, LAM Aguirre, CM Poliquit, I Besas, JG Angeles, J Rabajante, S Camba, F Del Valle, A Ambrocio, F Caguicla, MG Bustamante, D Umali
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(5):156-165 | DOI: 10.17221/84/2024-VETMED
Since its introduction in 2019, African swine fever (ASF) has spread to all regions of the Philippines, affecting 73 out of its 82 provinces. To assess the environmental DNA (eDNA) contamination patterns of the ASF virus (ASFV) in swine transport vehicles and evaluate its measures of association, a total of 450 environmental swabs from 30 transportation vehicles were tested using qPCR. Five out of 30 vehicles (16.67%) tested positive in at least one of the following areas: cargo area or sidecar walls (6.67%), cargo area or sidecar floors (6.67%), hauling personnel’s hands (6.67%), steering wheel or handlebars (3.33%), gear shift levers (3.33%),...
Antibacterial activity and compositional analysis of Acer truncatum bunge leaf extract against Staphylococcus aureus
F Liao, J He
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(5):166-176 | DOI: 10.17221/65/2024-VETMED
Staphylococcus aureus is a zoonotic pathogen that can cause various diseases in both humans and animals. This experiment evaluates the antibacterial activity of extracts from Acer truncatum leaves against S. aureus, including the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC), growth curve, and cell membrane integrity assessment, alongside the identification of the extract components by LC-MS. Results demonstrated that the MIC of the n-butanol extract from the ethanol extract of Acer truncatum leaves against S. aureus was 3.125 mg/ml, with a minimum bactericidal concentration (MBC) of 6.25 mg/ml. Over 16 h, the...
Pathogenic bacteria in biogas plants using cattle, swine, and poultry manure
L Cermak, E Pechouckova, M Marounek, T Paulova
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(5):151-155 | DOI: 10.17221/47/2024-VETMED
Fugate, a waste product from biogas production, regularly used in agriculture as a fertiliser, may contain bacterial pathogens that cause zoonoses. Anaerobic digestion (AD) can inactivate viable pathogens, including parasites, viruses, and pathogens containing antibiotic resistance genes. This study aimed to compare the numbers of pathogenic bacteria and diversity of potential bacterial pathogens in the fugate using three different types of slurry: cattle, swine, and poultry manure. The swine fugate showed higher numbers of Clostridium perfringens and Campylobacter sp. than the poultry and cattle fugate. In the cattle fugate, the lowest...
Prevalence of subclinical mastitis, related risk factors, and antimicrobial susceptibility of bacteria isolated from the milk of dairy cows in Kosovo
N Mazreku, D Sylejmani, A Robaj
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(4):117-123 | DOI: 10.17221/102/2024-VETMED
The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence and risk factors associated with subclinical mastitis, as well as the antimicrobial susceptibility of bacteria isolated from the milk of dairy cows in the Republic of Kosovo. The study involved 242 lactating cows from 16 farms. Data were collected through questionnaire interviews, the California mastitis test (CMT), and microbiological analysis. For the detection and identification of bacteria, conventional methods and biochemical tests were used. The disc diffusion method was used to test the susceptibility of isolated bacteria. The prevalence of subclinical mastitis (SCM) at quarter...
Gastroprotective effect of the hydroethanolic extract of geopropolis produced by Melipona subnitida (Meliponinae, Apidae) in Wistar rats
JS Batista, TS Teofilo, HN Araujo Junior, NS Felix, KAR Paiva, TA Neves, LS Reboucas, GVD Medeiros, KMFM Costa, FAF Xavier Junior, G Negri, A Salatino, CEP Jara
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(4):134-142 | DOI: 10.17221/98/2024-VETMED
The jandaíra bee (Melipona subnitida) is a species native to northeastern Brazil that produces geopropolis, a mixture of clay and propolis, used in folk medicine. Geopropolis has traditionally been used in folk medicine because of its potential therapeutic properties, including antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing effects. Recent studies have highlighted the rich composition of bioactive compounds such as flavonoids and phenolic acids, contributing to their pharmacological potential. Despite these findings, the gastroprotective properties of geopropolis and the underlying mechanisms remain underexplored and warrant further...
Allogeneic adipose MSCs and autologous PRP for chronic non-healing wound in a cat
N Suwan, S Jenjittikul, R Tiratrakoonseree, C Jiradanaipat, S Teerawongsuwan, Wi Phathomrapeepong, W Phanwanich, R Rungsiwiwut
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(4):143-149 | DOI: 10.17221/93/2024-VETMED
Management of chronic non-healing wounds in cats requires a comprehensive approach. This report describes the treatment of a severe open skin wound on the skull using a combined approach involving allogeneic adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) and autologous platelet-rich plasma (PRP). A 12-year-old neutered male mixed-breed domestic cat presented with a non-healing chronic wound on the skull. The wound extended from the orbital to the occipital area and from the left to the right temporal region. Laboratory test results were positive for feline immunodeficiency virus and impaired kidney function. Sensitivity tests revealed resistance to several...
Treatment tactic of canine cranial cruciate ligament rupture management: A 28-day comparative analysis of ACP and NSAID induced effects on the serum MMP-3 levels and clinical outcomes
K Raulinaite, R Zelvyte, K Skemiene, I Monkeviciene
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(4):124-133 | DOI: 10.17221/39/2024-VETMED
Cranial cruciate ligament rupture (CrCLR) is a common stifle joint pathology among dogs, leading to osteoarthritis and painfulness. Non-surgical treatment options often represent the usage of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for 14 days (NSAIDs), but autologous conditioned plasma (ACP) shows promising results in managing various orthopaedic conditions, decreasing inflammation, and improving the clinical outcome in dogs. This study aimed to determine the differences in MMP-3 serum levels and the clinical outcomes between differently treated cranial cruciate rupture cases. For this purpose, we used two different treatment methods for managing canine...
The use of silver nanoparticles in pigs – An invited review
N Hodkovicova, M Machacek, J Cahova, J Consolacion, A Siwicki, Z Pejsak, M Svoboda
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(3):77-92 | DOI: 10.17221/101/2024-VETMED
Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) have attracted significant interest in veterinary medicine due to their unique properties, including enhanced stability, greater antimicrobial efficacy, and reduced toxicity compared to traditional silver salts. Their applications span various areas of veterinary practice, such as dermatology, wound management, infection prevention, drug delivery, and disinfection. This review explores their use in pigs, highlighting their role as feed additives to prevent diarrhoea, as antibacterial agents in semen extenders, and veterinary dermatology. AgNPs possess broad-spectrum antibacterial activity against both Gram-positive and...
Effectiveness of glycerin-oxalic acid strips and essential oils in controlling Varroa destructor in honeybee
PR Hristov, IS Hristakov, AZ Atanasov, PA Zhelyazkov
Vet Med - Czech, 2025, 70(3):101-109 | DOI: 10.17221/94/2024-VETMED
The decline in the bee colony strength due to high levels of Varroa destructor infestations necessitates the development of new control methods. This study evaluates the effectiveness of glycerin-oxalic acid strips and essential oils in managing Varroa destructor. The experiment was conducted in 2022 at the experimental apiary in Debelec, part of the Institute of Animal Husbandry in Kostinbrod. Six experimental groups, each treated with a different preparation, were compared to a control group of untreated colonies. Treatments included Beevital Hiveclean (20 ml per colony), Varro Red (2 ml per frame), ammonium nitrate strips (1.3 mm),...