With this study, it was aimed to bring verbal, written and visual data, which have folkloric characteristics fordiseases and treatments of pigeon breeding in Konya into the literatüre, and contribute to the Turkish culturalheritage and to shed light on veterinary science studies. The material of the study was composed of theinformation obtained from 28 sources, consisting of pigeon breeders in Konya, through the “Information CollectionForm”. The findings of the study were given under the headlines of external and internal diseases, parasiticdiseases and epidemics. It was determined that, the data of the study shows similarities to the data obtainedthrough the literature reviews; For example; “applying oil to the trichophytic area, cutting the papilloma skin with the help ofa knife” were determined as rational methods, and “removing the leg feathers of the paralyzed pigeon and making cuts in thehead and legs” were determined as empirical methods. It can be said that some methods applied in this studycarried out in Konya are generally compatible with scientific data and rational, but some empirical methods stillexist in folk culture, and there are areas in need of research in terms of veterinary science for pigeon diseases and treatments.
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The aim of this study is to determine the effectsof age on blood cytokine levels and lipid peroxidationproductmalondialdehyde (MDA) levels and thyroid hormones levels in sheep of different ages. Female sheep oflamb (4-6months), young (12-18 months) and adult (36-40 months) from a herd in same care and feeding conditions wereused in the study. Blood samples were taken before morning feding from 30 sheep in total, 10 heads from eachage group. MDA, glutathione (GSH), interleukin-1 (IL-1), tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α), interleukin-6(IL-6) and T3 and T4 levels were determined in blood samples. Young animals have significantly higher MDAand lower IL-6 levels than lambs. There was no difference between age groups in terms of GSH, IL-1β, TNF-α,T3 and T4 levels. As a result, age has an effect on blood lipid peroxidation and IL-6 levels in sheep.
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Seafood are an ideal animal products as adequate and balanced nutrition for human. However, fish affected byenvironmental pollution maybe transfer the harmful effects of pollution to humans at the end of the food chain. Bafa Lakehas been frequently mentioned with the environmental pollution problems in recent years. In this study, the accumulation ofcopper (Cu), zinc (Zn), iron (Fe), cadmium (Cd), and lead (Pb) heavy metal elements were investigated in the fillet, gonad,liver, and gills of grey mullet fish, which is one of the most caught fish species from Bafa Lake. According to the resultsobtained, more element concentration levels were determined in the liver and gills than ones in the muscle tissue. Cuconcentration was ranked according to tissues, liver ˃ gill > gonad ˃ fillet form; Zn amount, liver ˃ gonad ˃ gill ˃ fillet form;Fe amount, liver ˃ gill ˃ gonad ˃ fillet shaped; Cd amount, liver ˃ filet ˃ gill ˃ gonad. The amount of Pb was found in theform of gonat ˃ liver ˃ filet ˃ gill. It was determined that 16% Cd and 68% Pb out of all the muscle tissue in the sampleshad above the consumable limit respectively. So, these results are a very risky situation for public health. In order to preventenvironmental pollution in Bafa Lake and its harmful effects on humans and other living things, it should not bedisconnected from the Meander (Büyük Menderes) River, industrial discharges to be made in the Meander River should bedone after treatment, and basin management should always be at the forefront in the development works around the lake.
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The aim of this study is to reveal the incidence of peridontal disease in dogs and cats. In this study, 150 dogs andcats of different breeds, weights and ages, which were brought to S.U. The Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, SurgeryDepartment, Konya and Petcode Animal Hospital, Ankara, were used. The cases were evaluated according toparameters such as periodontal disease, gingivitis, tooth decay, abrasion, milktooth, enamel defect, fracture, gingivalhyperplasia and recession, stomatitis, and tooth resorption. Clinical and radiological examinations were performed.While 89 of the cats are female, 61 of the male and in dogs this ratio is 72 females and 78 males. The susceptibilityto periodontal disease in cats was observed around 75% in cross breeds and Scottishfolds; The susceptibility todisease was recorded as 80% in small breed dogs. Periodontal disease was observed in at least 1 tooth of 80% ofthe patients aged two years. In cats, it was observed that the maxillary 108th and 208th teeth had problems whilethe 107th and 207th teeth were also affected. 60% of dogs over 5 years old have periodontal disease due to chipsfracture (108th and 208th teeth). 33 of 150 cats had gingivostomatitis, 14 had total tooth extraction. As a result ofthe surveys, it was noted that 38 of the cat owners knew that they should brush their teeth, 11 of them brush theirteeth regularly and 9 of them were not pathological. It is emphasized that 87 of the dog owners knows brushing,but 42 of them brush teeth. As a result, it has been observed that giving puppies and dogs the habit of brushingteeth during the first six months is essential for the protection of oral and dental health. Clients should be informedabout oral and dental health by veterinarians and it should be shown that the susceptibility to periodontal diseaseis directly proportional to age and home care
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This study examined the effects of injectable vitamin and trace element combination during the transition periodon clinical-biochemical parameters and reproductive performance in Brown Swiss dairy cows. Sixty multiparouscows were randomly allocated two groups as trace element-vitamin treated (n=30) and control (n=30). Animalsreceived four injections at the beginning of the dry period, 21 days before parturition, the day of parturition, andpostpartum 30±5 days. Energy, protein, hepatic metabolism markers, blood mineral levels concentrations weremeasured at -7±4 days antepartum, 3±2 days, and 30±5 days postpartum. Genital tract examinations wereperformed at 30±5 day postpartum. Treated cows showed lower glucose, total protein, urea, and greater NEFAconcentration -7±4 days relative to calving. Effect of vitamin and trace element on serum calcium and phosphoruslevels were significant. The total pregnancy rate was 95.8% and 59.09%, in treatment and control groupsrespectively at 150 days postpartum (P<0.05). In conclusion, trace element and vitamin supplementation increasedpregnancy rate significantly and treatment positively affected energy, ion metabolism, and hepatic function.
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This study aimed to investigate the relationship between homocysteine, nesfatin-1 levels with acrosome integrity.Ejaculates were collected from six adult rams via artificial vagina, divided into five groups and diluted at 37 °C. Theextenders, which contained cholesterol loaded cyclodextrin (CLC) 1.5 and 2.5 mg, cholesterol loaded 7-dehydrocholesterol (7-DCLC) 1.5 and 2.5 mg or no additive (control), were used for sperm dilution. Semen samplesof all groups were cooled at 5°C and then frozen in liquid nitrogen vapor (-110~-120°C). Semen samples stored inliquid nitrogen then were thawed at 38°C for 30 seconds prior to examination. Acrosome integrity was examinedwith FITC-PNA staining. Homocysteine (HCY) and nesfatin-1 assays were performed with ELISA method. In theCLC 1.5 and 2.5 mg groups homocysteine levels were lower (0.67±0.11;0.61±0.26) compared to control group(1.36±0.9) (p<0.05). No statistical differences were observed between groups in nesfatin-1 levels (p>0.05). In CLC2.5 mg, the values of spermatozoa with intact acrosome membrane (65.88±2.84) were higher (p<0.05) than incontrol group (52.38±2.97). Sperm acrosome integrity was negatively correlated with HCY level (r =-,630) andpositive correlated with nesfatin-1 levels (r =,460) in thawed ram sperm. In conclusion, CLC has a cryoprotectiveeffect on acrosome integrity and found to have beneficial effects on HCY level.
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In this experimental study, our objective was to investigate the macroscopic, microscopic and immunohistochemical findingsdeveloped in the respiratory system due to the co-infection with infectious bronchitis virus (IBV) M-41 and the commensalBordetella avium in the respiratory tract in 15-day-old female Brown-Nick chicks. In this study, a total of 70 non-SPF, healthychicks were randomized into 4 groups. The chicks in Group 1 (n=20) were infected only with IBV-M41 strain; chicks in Group2 (n=20) were infected with IBV-M41 and B. avium; chicks in Group 3 (n=20) were infected only given B. avium. Group 4 (n= 10) were given sterile physiological saline at the same dose and route. The administration of the strains was performed withan intranasal injection. On the 2nd-7th., 9th, 11th, 13th, 15th, and 18th days of the post-inoculation, 2 chicks from theexperimental groups and 1 chick from the control group were sacrificed. In Group 1, the degenerative and inflammatorychanges, which were observed in the 2nd day of infection, disappeared on the 15th day. In Group 2, we noticed bacterialcolonies and mucous exudate containing heterophile leukocytes in the lumens of trachea and larynx. Starting from the 13thday, findings related to recovery e.g., in Group 1 were noticed. In the microscopical examination of the tissues byimmunohistochemistry and immunofluorescent methods, we observed the antigenic distribution in the upper respiratory tractin Group 1 between the 2nd and 5th days and in Group 2 between the 2nd and 9th days. However, lungs were involvedbetween the 5th and 11th days in Group 1 and between the 7th and 11th days in Group 2. In conclusion, we determined thatthe progress of findings was relatively milder in chicks primarily infected with IBV-M41and the findings lasted longer in chicksco-infected with B. avium and IBV caused severe symptoms in chicks in case of co-infection.
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Fetal maceration is a process which is characterized by enzymatic autolysis of cells and degeneration ofconnective tissue. In this case, fetal maceration was described in a female dog. A 22 months old, 32 kg femaleGolden Retriever dog was brought to the Animal Hospital of Afyon Kocatepe University with the complaints ofwhitish and foul-smelling vaginal discharge, anorexia and weakness nearly two months. The body temperature,respiratory and pulse rates were at normal values. In the ultrasound examination, hyperechogenic areas weredetected in the uterus. Before the ovariohysterectomy operation, an adhesion was determined between left uterinehorn and the omentum. Furthermore, a huge solid and vascularized structure was detected in the left horn. Afterremoval of the ovaries and the uterus, a foul-smelling mucous structure of brown-reddish fluid and fetal boneresidues were found after incision and inspection to the uterus. Considering all findings, the patient wasdiagnosed with fetal maceration. In the postoperative period, the process was supported with systemic antibioticsand periodic wound care for the first seven days, recovery was achieved and no complications were encounteredin the next six months. Since the case is rarely seen, veterinarians should not overlook this problem in bitches andthey are recommended to use ultrasound in examinations.
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An 11 years old male Spaniel Cocker was handled to Animal Hospital with lethargy, polypnea and abdominaldistension. At physical examination; abdominal sensitivity was detected. The body temperature and heart ratewere measured in physiological levels. On ultrasonographic examination; hepatomegaly, thickened and enlargedgallbladder were detected. Hyperechoic content in the lumen was observed also mild free liquid was seen in theabdomen. Gall bladder wall thickness was measured as 3,5 mm. At biochemical examination; AST, ALP, GGTand total cholesterol levels were significantly increased and AST, glucose and phosphorus levels were slightlyincreased when compared with the reference values. Due to treatment, the patient died after a week and necropsywas performed. At the pathologic examination; cystic mucinous gallbladder was detected. In this casepresentation, clinical, ultrasonographic and pathologic evaluation of cystic mucinous gallbladder in a dog wasdescribed.
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The aim of this study was to determine effect of cold stress on milk yield, milk composition and some behavioural patterns of Simmental dairy cattle kept in open shed barns. In the present study, daily milk yield, milk content, somatic cell count (SCC) in milk and some behavioural patterns of Simmental dairy cattle during winter were determined. Besides, wind chill temperature (WCT) was calculated by using wind speed, temperature and relative humidity rate. In the present study, diffence between mean value of wind speed, temperature, relative humidity rate and WCT characteristics were proved as significant (P<0.01) depending on months in winter. Difference between mean value determined in months winter as for milk composition traits such as protein and total dry matter rate, and SCC were proved as significant (P<0.05). It was also confirmed that negative phenotypic correlation exists between milk fat and total dry matter rate, and WCT (P<0.05). There were also significant differences as for rate of incidence of behavioural patterns such as lying and walking during months winter (P<0.05). In conclusion, it was determined that cold stress affects protein and total dry matter rate in milk, SCC and behavior patterns such as lying and walking of Simmental dairy cattle.
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