Veterinární medicína, 2015 (vol. 60), issue 10
Serological and molecular detection of Anaplasma phagocytophilum in horses reared in KoreaOriginal Paper
S.H. Lee, K.T. Kim, S.H. Yun, E. Choi, G.H. Lee, Y.S. Park, K.H. Cho, S. Yi, O.D. Kwon, T.H. Kim, D. Kwak
Vet Med - Czech, 2015, 60(10):533-538 | DOI: 10.17221/8491-VETMED 
The objective of this study was to investigate the nationwide prevalence of Anaplasma phagocytophilum in horses reared in Korea using a commercial ELISA kit and two different nested PCR (nPCR) analyses. Our analysis showed that 2.9% (true prevalence: 3.1%, 16/549) of the horses were seropositive by ELISA, and none were positive by the two nPCR analyses. Significant differences were observed in the ELISA results when the data were analysed according to breed and geographic region. In light of a recent case of human granulocytic anaplasmosis in Korea and the predicted increase in the number and distribution of ticks due to global warming, continuous...
Post-calving administration of uterine stimulants does not improve reproductive performance in dairy cowsOriginal Paper
K. Holickova, R. Dolezel, S. Cech
Vet Med - Czech, 2015, 60(10):539-543 | DOI: 10.17221/8492-VETMED
The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of administration of oxytocin, in combination with dinoprost or ergometrin, after parturition on the occurrence of clinical endometritis and subsequent reproductive performance in dairy cows. The cows, without retained foetal membranes, were assigned to one of three groups. No treatment was performed in the control group (Group C, n = 229). However, intramuscular administrations of oxytocin (30 IU) on Days 1 and 2 post partum, in combination with dinoprost (25 mg, Group D, n = 123) or ergometrin (15 mg, Group E, n = 130) administered on Day 7 post partum,...
Effects of bromelain supplementation on growth performance, nutrient digestibility, blood profiles, faecal microbial shedding, faecal score and faecal noxious gas emission in weanling pigsOriginal Paper
M.M. Hossain, S.I. Lee, I.H. Kim
Vet Med - Czech, 2015, 60(10):544-552 | DOI: 10.17221/8493-VETMED
A total of 140 weanling pigs [(Yorkshire × Landrace) × Duroc] with an average body weight (b.w.) of 6.75 ± 1.48 kg were used in a six-week trial. Pigs were randomly allotted to one of four experimental treatments according to their initial b.w. (seven pens per treatment with five pigs per pen). Dietary treatments were: CON = control diet, T1 = CON + 0.05% bromelain, T2 = CON + 0.10% bromelain, T3 = CON + 0.20% bromelain. The experiment was divided into two phases (Days 1 to 14 and Days 15 to 42). All diets, in mash form, were formulated to meet or exceed the nutrient requirements (NRC, 2012) for weanling pigs. Feed intake and b.w. were monitored...
Simulation of a classical swine fever outbreak in rural areas of the Republic of SerbiaOriginal Paper
S. Stanojevic, M. Valcic, S. Stanojevic, S. Radojicic, S. Avramov, Z. Tambur
Vet Med - Czech, 2015, 60(10):553-566 | DOI: 10.17221/8494-VETMED
Several different strategies for control and eradication of classical swine fever (CSF) were compared using a Monte Carlo method-based simulation model. The control strategy analysed in this paper, in addition to other CSF control measures, includes application of biosecurity measures on pig farms and rural backyard holdings. Elements of the control strategy are based on applicable regulations and include the simulation of detection of the disease, setting up the protected and surveillance zones, standstill of pig movements and restricted movement of animals, vehicles, equipment, and people with strong control measures in protection and surveillance...
Plasma ACTH, α-MSH and cortisol variations in the dog during the oestrous cycle in different photoperiodsOriginal Paper
M.F. Gallelli, N. Monachesi, D.D. Miceli, M.F. Cabrera Blatter, N.V. Gomez, A. Meikle, V.A. Castillo
Vet Med - Czech, 2015, 60(10):567-577 | DOI: 10.17221/8495-VETMED
The hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis (HPA) is a complex system regulated by multiple factors. Sexual dimorphism of this axis has been described in different species under physiological conditions and it has been proposed that sexual hormones could have an effect on it. There are only a few reports about sex-linked variations in HPA axis hormones in the dog. Thus, studying the impact of sexual hormones on the HPA axis would broaden the knowledge about its function in this species. Therefore, the objective of this study was to determine whether there are variations in HPA plasma hormones (ACTH, alfa-melanocyte-stimulating hormone [α-MSH] and...
Risk factors for gastric dilatation and volvulus in central Europe: an internet surveyOriginal Paper
I. Uhrikova, K. Machackova, L. Rauserova-Lexmaulova, E. Janova, J. Doubek
Vet Med - Czech, 2015, 60(10):578-587 | DOI: 10.17221/8496-VETMED
The aim of this internet-based questionnaire was to determine risk factors for the development and survival of gastric dilatation and volvulus (GDV) in dogs in central Europe. The questionnaire focused on general information, feeding and elimination behaviour, family history, personality and routine habits, was freely distributed on the internet. Respondents were recruited by e-mail, and announcement of the survey on websites focused on dogs or breeder clubs and flyers in veterinary clinics and at dog shows. Responses from the owners of 785 dogs were analysed. Data underwent descriptive statistical and logistic regression analysis. Factors associated...