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Evaluation of the Factors Contributing to Broiler Meat and Functional Quality a Systemic Review

Hlulani Ndlovu — 2026-01-26

American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Published online: 26 January 2026; doi:10.3844/ajavsp.2025.280.296

In South Africa, the poultry sector is industry is essential because it promotes equitable, sustainable economic growth and employment creation. Chicken meat is often preferred for further processing,...

Optimalization of the Swim-Up Method for Bali Bull Sperm: Effect of Incubation Time and Medium on Sperm Kinetics

Athhar Manabi Diansyah — 2026-02-09

American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Published online: 9 February 2026; doi:10.3844/ajavsp.2025.297.304

Bali bulls (Bos javanicus) are an essential part of Indonesia’s indigenous livestock, prized for their ability to thrive in challenging environments, their natural disease resistance, and their stro...

Investigating Campylobacter Spp. in Mekong Delta Duck Farms: Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Antibiotic Resistance

Nguyen Vu Thuy Hong Loan — 2026-02-08

American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Published online: 8 February 2026; doi:10.3844/ajavsp.2025.315.327

Campylobacter spp. is a leading cause of gastroenteritis worldwide, contributing to significant health and economic burdens, especially in poor hygiene practices. Investigating this bacterium's p...

Optimizing Boar Epididymal Sperm Preservation: Comparative Analysis of Slicing Float-Up vs. Flushing and BTS vs. Andromed® Extenders on Sperm Motility and Morphometry Traits

Mamonene Angelinah Thema — 2026-03-14

American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Published online: 14 March 2026; doi:10.3844/ajavsp.2025.328.337

Epididymal sperm collection represents a valuable strategy for preserving genetics from deceased or castrated boars of superior breeding value. The two primary collection methods-slicing float-up (hig...

Water Contamination in Livestock Production: Impacts, Causes, and Mitigation Strategies

Marothi Vincent Sebela — 2026-02-17

American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Published online: 17 February 2026; doi:10.3844/ajavsp.2025.338.351

Water contamination poses a significant threat to sustainable livestock production, directly affecting animal health, productivity, and product safety. This systematic review synthesizes existing lite...

Efficacy of Murraya paniculata Leaf Flour in Reducing Subclinical Mastitis in Dairy Goats Fed Date Pulp-Based Diets

Dwierra Evvyernie — 2026-02-21

American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Published online: 21 February 2026; doi:10.3844/ajavsp.2025.352.361

Subclinical mastitis is a major concern in dairy production, leading to economic losses and antibiotic dependence, which poses risks of milk residue contamination. As a natural alternative, orange jas...

Feline Dermatophytic Pseudomycetoma (Microsporum canis) Infection with Actinobactoer ursingii in a British Shorthair Cat: A Case Report in Thailand

Ratchanon Kusolsongkhrokul — 2026-02-18

American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Published online: 18 February 2026; doi:10.3844/ajavsp.2025.362.368

Dermatophytic pseudomycetoma is a rare, invasive fungal infection characterized by deep dermal and subcutaneous involvement of dermatophytes, uncommonly reported in cats. A 10-month-old, 2.8 kg, sexua...

Goats’ Litter Size Concerning Bone Morphogenetic Protein 15 Gene Variations

Tebogo Letsukulo Percy Thepa — 2026-02-18

American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Published online: 18 February 2026; doi:10.3844/ajavsp.2025.369.374

Bone morphogenetic protein 15 (BMP15), a member of the transforming growth factor-β (TGF-β) superfamily, plays essential roles in follicular development and ovulation. Single nucleotide polymorphism...

Analysis of the Cytogenetic Status, Genome Instability, and Adaptive Potential of the Kazakh Tobet Dog

Oksana Cherednichenko — 2026-02-19

American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Published online: 19 February 2026; doi:10.3844/ajavsp.2025.375.385

In recent years, interest in indigenous dog breeds has increased. The Tobet is a unique breed of Kazakh livestock guardian dogs adapted to nomadic pastoralism that developed over thousands of years ac...

Ovocidal Effect of Achillea salicifolia and Hedysarum Gmelinii Extracts on Toxocara Cati Eggs in an in Vitro Experiment

Lyudmila Lider — 2026-02-19

American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Published online: 19 February 2026; doi:10.3844/ajavsp.2025.386.394

This study investigated the ovicidal activity of Achillea salicifolia and Hedysarum gmelinii extracts against Toxocara cati eggs under in vitro conditions. Two concentrations (5% and 10%) and four exp...

Efficiency and Sustainability of Alternative Protein Sources for Livestock Production in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Olusegun Oyebade Ikusika — 2026-02-19

American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Published online: 19 February 2026; doi:10.3844/ajavsp.2025.395.404

Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) faces growing challenges in sustainable livestock production due to high costs and limited availability of conventional protein sources such as soybean meal and fishmeal. This...