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March 2014 in “Veterinary World” Indian bison, black buck, and nilgai have distinct hair follicle patterns useful for species identification.
April 2022 in “Journal of applied science and environmental management” Alligator pepper seed extract improved wound healing in rats.
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January 2010 in “Animal” South American camelids should be sheared early, fleece type affects fiber quality, and the S/P follicle ratio doesn't distinguish between Bolivian llama genotypes.
October 2025 in “Buletin Veteriner Udayana” Early diagnosis and treatment of Notoedres cati in cats is crucial for recovery and preventing reinfestation.
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February 2017 in “Open veterinary journal” Tiger cubs fed artificial milk lacking certain amino acids developed eye problems and hair loss.
December 2018 in “Bioscience Journal” Leporacarus gibbus mite was found in a domestic rabbit in Espírito Santo, Brazil, for the first time.
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March 2015 in “American journal of primatology” Ingesting Leucaena leucocephala caused hair loss and increased infant mortality in ringtailed lemurs.
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February 2015 in “Journal of parasitic diseases” Ivermectin injections and spray, along with hygiene measures, successfully treated sarcoptic mange in guinea pigs.
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March 2021 in “Indonesia Medicus Veterinus” The dog's health improved after treatment with antibiotics and other medications.
December 2024 in “PLoS ONE” Alopecia in gray bats is most common and severe during lactation, likely due to stress and nutrition.
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November 2018 in “Scientific Reports” Bird scales evolved from feathers, not reptile scales.
September 2025 in “Media Kedokteran Hewan” 90% of African pygmy hedgehogs in the study had fungal infections.
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October 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Focal atrichia helps diagnose female pattern hair loss.
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July 2012 in “PLoS Genetics” A mutation in the KRT75 gene causes frizzle feathers in chickens.
June 2024 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Black women with CCCA are more likely to have uterine fibroids.
Aged Julia Creek dunnarts suffer from reproductive and hormonal issues, aiding conservation efforts.
December 2024 in “Buletin Veteriner Udayana” Improving cage hygiene and sanitation is crucial to prevent colisepticemia in chickens.
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April 2019 in “Veterinary Dermatology” Cats infested with Lynxacarus radovskyi can lose hair without inflammation, treatable with selamectin.
March 2023 in “Journal of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Health” The fly larvae infestation caused severe skin damage and health issues in Kenyan dogs.
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August 2013 in “Journal of Parasitology” Mite infestations severely harm the health of endangered Amargosa voles.
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June 2007 in “Veterinary Dermatology” Amitraz effectively treated sarcoptic mange in three alpacas.
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August 1971 in “Canadian Journal of Zoology” Chinchillas have specific blood and protein levels, with variations possibly linked to pregnancy or hair growth.
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September 2024 in “Digital Commons - University of South Florida (University of South Florida)” Hormones can change ptarmigan feather color from white to pigmented.
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January 1978 Friesian heifers take about 18 months to adapt to Kenya's climate, with hair changes not strongly linked to weight gain.
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