Asymmetry of facial expression is frequent with unilateral lesions of the facial nucleus or nerve in most species. Facial paresis is reduced movement of the muscles of facial expression and indicates milder nucleus or nerve involvement. >>>
Excess intake of plants also causes toxicity to animals. Among vegetable plants Genus Allium content the onion and garlic. Excess intake of onion plant causes toxicity to the cattle. >>>
Leukoderma or Vitiligo is an autoimmune disease of the skin that is characterized by patchy depigmentation (i.e., white spots) and results from the loss of melanocytes, which are pigment-producing cells. Leukoderma is patchy depigmentation of skin with premature graying of local hairs with the usual manifestation as appearance of patches of gray or white hair. Leukoderma as a pigmentary disorder of unknown cause characterized by depigmented patches due to destruction of melanocyte. >>>
India is an agrarian country and a large portion of rural population depends on agriculture and animal health sector. Livestock population of our country is approximately 536 million (Livestock census, GOI, 2019) which is highest in world and a large number of population depend on livestock for their income and livelihood. Livestock sector contribute 4.5% of GDP and 25.6% of the agriculture and allied sector. >>>
Under normal circumstances, a bovine spends about 9-10 hours in standing position and 14-15 hours while resting on a comfortable floor. A completely healthy milking cow or buffalo can continuously remain in a decumbent position for 30 minutes to four hours. If she remains accumbent for longer periods or she doesn’t even make an attempt to rise, then, a serious problem could be guessed. >>>
There is an old saying, “An ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure”. This adage becomes more suitable when we come to talk about dairy farming. There are many facts that prove this old saying. These facts are briefly explained hereunder: >>>
Central Government today declare the rate of compensation to the pig owners for culling of >>>
There are several diseases which are found in most of the dogs and they are mainly caused by virus, bacteria or parasites. Many serious pet diseases can be prevented by vaccination. Many time dog diseases are detected late, when it become difficult to cure the diseases. >>>
The udder is responsible for milk production and delivery of milk and milk is an important source of income for the farmers. The quantity and quality of milk produced by the animals are directly affected by various disease conditions of the teat and udder. >>>
With latest outbreak of novel corona virus (COVID-19) world has come to standstill and started knowing the importance of the concept zoonosis. According to the world health organization zoonosis is categorically defined as the any disease or infection that naturally transmissible from vertebrate animals to humans. Animals are critical reservoir of varied number of infectious agents in the natural habitats. >>>
Buffalo pox is a highly contagious zoonotic viral disease. It is reported to be an emerging and re-emerging disease affecting large herd population across India. The main host for this disease is Domestic buffaloes (Bubalus bubalis) also affecting cows and human beings. >>>
Toxoplasmosis is an infection caused by Toxoplasma gondii. It can be found in cat faeces and undercooked meat, especially lamb and pork. It can also be transmitted through contaminated water. Toxoplasmosis can be deadly or cause serious birth defects for a foetus if the mother becomes infected. >>>
Goat farming is one of the principal livelihoods of livestock farmers in Kandi area of Punjab and beetle is the major breed available in the area. These goats are seasonal breeders. Most of the goats are ready for breeding only during winter months when the nights are longer. >>>
When people of Assam are fighting against novel coronavirus, another pestilence has hit the state, >>>
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