Journal of Applied Animal Science

Laser Acupuncture Treatment in a Ferret with Spinal Cord Injury

Nijanan Siriarchawattana, Benchapol Lorsunyaluck — Thu, 11 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0700

Acupuncture is the use of a small needle to treat numerous diseases in traditional Chinese medicine. It has been performed on domestic and non-domestic animals as a main, alternate, or multimodal treatment that synergizes with other therapies. Currently, ferrets have become more popular in various countries, including Thailand. Spinal cord injury is one of the common diseases observed in ferrets. According to this presenting ferret, she visited Panalai Veterinary Hospital with posterior paresis after falling from the 8^th floor of a building 3 days ago. The physical and neurological examination results showed normal vital signs except for posterior paresis grade 3. The radiograph and abdominal ultrasound results were unremarkable. The differential diagnosis included spinal cord injury from trauma or Spinal Qi/Blood Stagnation and Kidney Qi Deficiency as the traditional Chinese veterinary medicine diagnosis. Laser acupuncture treatment is the primary treatment for this case. Each acupoint was treated with laser therapy (M-Vet, MLS^®) in Laserpuncture mode. The parameter of laser acupuncture was 611 Hz, intensity 1%, total time 5 seconds, 4.44 J/cm² and repeating 3 times per point. Treatment sessions were twice a week for 3 treatments, then once a week for 9 treatments. As a result, the patient achieved complete recovery in two months after 12 therapies. This successful treatment enabled the patient to regain the ability to walk normally, even on slippery surfaces. This case report describes the effectiveness of laser acupuncture treatment in a ferret with posterior paresis resulting from a spinal cord injury.

Metastasis of Thyroid Gland Carcinoma to Mandibular Lymph Node

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0700

Thyroid neoplasms encompass a range of abnormal growths of the neoplastic cells ranging from benign adenomas to malignant carcinomas and are one of the lists for the differential diagnoses from the thyroid gland or parathyroid neoplasm. These tumors cause various clinical signs in dogs, including breathing difficulties, swallowing issues, and compressing the surrounding tissues. Diagnosis involves a combination of physical examinations, radiography, ultrasound, hematology, clinical pathology investigation, and histopathological analyses. Treatment options depend on tumor types and stages, with surgical resection being common for benign tumors and more aggressive approaches such as surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy for malignancies. Even if the metastasis occurs to the regional lymph nodes, the mandibular lymph node metastasis is uncommon. The prognosis varies, with carcinomas posing greater challenges, particularly if they metastasize. Continuous monitoring and follow-up are crucial to assess treatment outcomes and tumor recurrences. Early detection and comprehensive veterinary management are essential in addressing thyroid neoplasms in dogs effectively.

Reproductive Potentials of Female Japanese Quails to Administration of Egg-Lime-Molasses Mixture

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0700

Japanese quails are hardy with huge potentials to bridge protein deficiency, hence the need for an assessment of their reproductive potentials. The egg-lime-molasses mixture (ELM) was prepared by placing 10 fresh chicken eggs (average weight of 58 g per egg) in a bowl, after which 1 liter of lime juice and 500 g of molasses were added, then it was covered and left for 10 days. The solution was then blended. Two hundred day-old Japanese quails were assigned to 5 treatments with 40 birds in a completely randomized design (CRD) and 4 replicates of 10 birds each. The control (T1) had no ELM, while treatments 2, 3, 4 and 5 (T2, T3, T4, and T5) had inclusions of 2%, 4%, 6%, and 8% ELM in water, respectively. Data were collected on the morphometrics, egg characteristics, follicle stimulating, and leutenizing hormone concentrations. The findings revealed that at the early stage of laying, the administration of ELM did not have a significant effect (p > 0.05) on egg parameters. However, at the latter phase of egg laying, there was a significant effect (p < 0.05) on shell weight and albumen percentage. ELM did not have a significant effect (p > 0.05) on the production performance. There was no significant effect (p < 0.05) on follicular characteristics, while birds administered 30ml ELM/500ml of water had the significantly highest (p < 0.05) weights of oviduct (1.01 ± 0.01 g) and ovary (3.995 ± 0.005 g). Birds administered higher levels of ELM had significantly higher concentrations (p < 0.05) of leutenizing and follicle stimulating hormones. The inclusion of aqueous administration of ELM in drinking water has no detrimental effect on the reproductive potentials of female Japanese quails.

Serological Detection of Brucella Infection in Small Ruminant in Nhong-Mamong District, Chainat Province, Thailand

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0700

Brucellosis stands as a significant zoonotic disease of concern. In Thailand, the first case of human brucellosis emerged in 2003, attributed to goat milk consumption. Subsequently, in 2007, there was a resurgence of brucellosis, which heightened awareness of its implications for public health. Our study was undertaken as part of the 17^th Veterinary Volunteer Project in the Nhong-mamong district, Chainat province from June 21 to June 30, 2023. The aim was to assess the seropositivity of brucellosis in goats and sheep in this area. A total of 649 serum samples were collected from 15 farms and examined using the Rose Bengal test. Our findings revealed that the seropositivity at the farm and individual levels was 13.33% (2/15) and 0.77% (5/649), respectively. Consequently, it became evident that the study area remained at risk for brucellosis infection, posing a threat to both humans and animals, particularly concerning Brucella melitensis in goats and sheep, which could lead to severe illness in humans. Consequently, an early warning surveillance system is essential to protect both animals and public health by providing timely knowledge and control measures.