bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Effects of insoluble and soluble dietary fiber on glycemic control in dogs with naturally occurring insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus
Authors: Kimmel Susan E. , Michel Kathryn E. , Hess Rebecka S. , Ward Cynthia R. 
Published: December 2005

AbstractObjective—To evaluate the effects of diets differing in type and quantity of fiber on glycemic control in dogs with naturally occurring insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus.Design—Prospective randomized crossover controlled trial.Animals—7 dogs with well-regulated naturally occurring insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus.Procedure—Dogs were fed 1 of 3 diets for 1 month each in 1 of 6 randomized diet sequences. Diets included a low-fiber diet (LF) and 2 high-fiber diets; 1 contained only insoluble fiber (HIF), and 1 contained soluble fiber in addition to insoluble fiber (HSF). Caloric intake was unchanged throughout the study. Glycemic control was assessed after each feeding trial by measuring serum fructosamine concentration and performing 5 serial measurements of blood glucose concentration every 2 hours after the morning feeding and insulin injection.Results—Significant differences were not detected in body weight, required insulin dosage, or albumin concentration among dogs fed the HIF, HSF, and LF diets. Mean and maximum blood glucose concentrations and area under the blood glucose curve were significantly lower in dogs fed the HIF diet, compared with values in the same dogs fed the HSF or LF diet. Fructosamine concentration was significantly lower in dogs fed the HIF or HSF diet, compared with values in the same dogs fed the LF diet.Conclusions and Clinical Relevance—In dogs with naturally occurring insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus, a dry, high insoluble-fiber diet may aid in glycemic control. (J Am Vet Med Assoc2000;216:1076–1081)
Bufo marinus intoxication in dogs: 94 cases (1997–1998)
Authors: Roberts Brian K. , Aronsohn Michael G. , Moses Bradley L. , Burk Ronald L. , Toll Jeffrey , Weeren F. Robert 
Published: December 2005

Abstract

Objective—To determine history, clinical and electrocardiographic
abnormalities, treatment, and outcome
of dogs exposed to toxins produced by the Bufo marinus
toad.

Design—Retrospective study.

Animals—94 dogs.

Procedure—Medical records of dogs examined
between July 1997 and July 1998 for which a diagnosis
of toad intoxication had been made on the basis of
history and physical examination findings were
reviewed.

Results—Most (66) dogs were treated during the
spring and summer. For 54 dogs, exposure to toads
had been witnessed. For the remaining 40, toad intoxication
was diagnosed on the basis of history and clinical
signs. The most common clinical signs were neurologic
abnormalities, hyperemic mucous membranes,
ptyalism, recumbency or collapse, tachypnea,
and vomiting. The oral cavity was lavaged with tap
water in all dogs. Fifty-two dogs were hospitalized for
treatment. Body weight of dogs hospitalized > 2
hours was significantly less than that of dogs treated
as outpatients. The most common electrocardiographic
findings were sinus arrhythmia, sinus tachycardia,
and normal sinus rhythm. Eighty-nine dogs
recovered fully, 4 died, and 1 was euthanatized.

Conclusions and Clinical Relevance—In areas in
which B marinus toads are endemic, toad intoxication
should be considered in the differential diagnosis for
dogs with an acute onset of neurologic abnormalities,
hyperemic mucous membranes, and ptyalism, especially
during the spring and summer months. The
prognosis is good for dogs with toad intoxication that
receive appropriate treatment. (J Am Vet Med Assoc
2000;216:1941–1944)
Association between results of ambulatory electrocardiography and development of cardiomyopathy during long-term follow-up of Doberman Pinschers
Authors: Calvert Clay A. , Jacobs Gilbert J. , Smith David D. , Rathbun Stephen L. , Pickus Cynthia W. 
Published: December 2005

AbstractObjective—To characterize ambulatory electrocardiographic results of overtly healthy Doberman Pinschers and determine associations between those results and development of dilated cardiomyopathy.Design—Cohort study.Animals—114 (58 male, 56 female) overtly healthy Doberman Pinschers without echocardiographic evidence of cardiac disease on initial examination.Procedure—Echocardiograms and 24-hour ambulatory electrocardiograms (Holter recordings) were obtained initially and at variable intervals. The status (live vs dead) of all dogs was known at least 2 years and as long as 10 years after initial examination (mean [± SD] follow-up time, 4.33 ± 1.84 years). Associations between development of dilated cardiomyopathy and number of ventricular premature contractions (VPC), age, and sex were determined.Results—55 dogs (48%) did not have VPC on initial Holter recordings, and only 8 dogs had > 50 VPC/24 hours. The likelihood that a dog would have VPC was associated with increasing age and being male. At least 1 VPC/24 hours, and in particular, > 50 VPC/24 hours or ≥ 1 couplet or triplet of VPC/24 hours, were predictive of subsequent development of dilated cardiomyopathy. Fifty-four dogs (47%) developed dilated cardiomyopathy; 12 were still alive at the end of the study, and 42 had died. Twenty-five of these 42 dogs died after the onset of congestive heart failure (CHF), 15 died suddenly before the onset of overt CHF, and 2 died of noncardiac causes. More males developed dilated cardiomyopathy than females, and dogs that died suddenly were approximately 1 year younger than those that developed CHF.Conclusions and Clinical Relevance—Results of high-quality Holter recordings may be used to identify overtly healthy Doberman Pinschers that are at a high risk for dilated cardiomyopathy. (J Am Vet Med Assoc2000;216:34–39)
Hypernatremia in neonatal elk calves: 30 cases (1988–1998)
Authors: Carmalt James L. , Baptiste Keith E. , Naylor Jonathan M. 
Published: December 2005

Abstract

Objective—To characterize hypernatremia in neonatal
elk calves, including clinical signs, incidence, physical
examination findings, and possible causes.

Design—Retrospective case series.

Animals—26 neonatal elk calves were examined; 4
calves were evaluated twice, for a total of 30 examinations.

Procedure—Medical records were reviewed for signalment,
history, physical examination findings,
results of diagnostic tests, and response to treatment.
Hypernatremia was defined as serum sodium
concentration > 153 mEq/L.

Results—Hypernatremia was diagnosed in 14 calves
and was significantly associated with diarrhea, high
WBC count, high anion gap, and high serum concentrations
of albumin, chloride, creatinine, and urea.
Hypernatremia was not significantly associated with
survival, but high serum albumin concentration and
rectal temperature were significantly associated with
survival of calves. Animals given antibiotics and electrolyte
solutions orally prior to evaluation were significantly
more likely to die than those untreated.
Dehydration was a common reason for evaluation but
was not significantly associated with survival.

Conclusions and Clinical Relevance—Hypernatremia
was significantly associated with diarrhea.
Treatment of diarrheic elk calves is often the same as
that used in bovine calves with diarrhea; however,
bovine calves are commonly hypo- or normonatremic.
Our experience suggests that treatment protocols
used in bovine calves are unsatisfactory for elk calves.
The rate at which serum sodium concentration is
reduced should be < 1.7 mEq Na/L/h to avoid development
of neurologic signs associated with iatrogenically
induced cerebral edema. ( J Am Vet Med Assoc 2000;216:68–70)
Evaluation of an in-house centrifugal hematology analyzer for use in veterinary practice
Authors: Bienzle Dorothee , Stanton James B. , Embry Jennifer M. , Bush Sharon E. , Mahaffey Edward A. 
Published: December 2005

Abstract

Objective—To compare CBC results obtained by use
of an in-house centrifugal analyzer with results of a
reference method.

Design—Prospective study.

Sample Population—Blood samples from 147 dogs,
42 cats, and 60 horses admitted to a veterinary teaching
hospital and from 24 cows in a commercial dairy
herd.

Procedure—Results obtained with the centrifugal
analyzer were compared with results obtained with
an electrical-impedance light-scatter hematology analyzer
and manual differential cell counting (reference
method).

Results—The centrifugal analyzer yielded error messages
for 50 of 273 (18%) samples. Error messages
were most common for samples with values outside
established reference ranges. Correlation coefficients
ranged from 0.80 to 0.99 for Hct, 0.55 to 0.90 for
platelet count, 0.76 to 0.95 for total WBC count, and
0.63 (cattle) to 0.82 (cats) to 0.95 (dogs and horses)
for granulocyte count. Coefficients for mononuclear
cell (combined lymphocyte and monocyte) counts
were 0.56, 0.65, 0.68, and 0.92 for cats, horses, dogs,
and cattle, respectively.

Conclusions and Clinical Relevance—Results suggested
that there was an excellent correlation
between results of the centrifugal analyzer and
results of the reference method only for Hct in feline,
canine, and equine samples; WBC count in canine
and equine samples; granulocyte count in canine and
equine samples; and reticulocyte count in canine
samples. However, an inability to identify abnormal
cells, the high percentage of error messages, particularly
for samples with abnormal WBC counts, and the
wide confidence intervals precluded reliance on differential
cell counts obtained with the centrifugal
analyzer. (J Am Vet Med Assoc 2000;217:1195–1200)
Evaluation of treatments for separation anxiety in dogs
Authors: Takeuchi Yukari , Houpt Katherine A. , Scarlett Janet M. 
Published: December 2005

Abstract

Objective—To evaluate treatment outcome in dogs
with separation anxiety and owner compliance with
and perception of effectiveness of discharge instructions.

Design—Cohort study.

Animals—52 dogs with separation anxiety.

Procedure—Sex, age at which the owner obtained
the dog, age at which separation anxiety was first
noticed, age at behavioral examination, and discharge
instructions were obtained from medical records of
each dog. Between 6 and 64 months after the behavioral
examination, owners were contacted by telephone
and questioned about the outcome of treatment,
their compliance with discharge instructions,
and their perception of the effectiveness of each
instruction.

Results—Thirty-two (62%) dogs had improved,
whereas 20 were the same, were worse, or had been
euthanatized or given away. Mixed-breed dogs were
significantly less likely to improve than purebred
dogs. Compliance varied according to discharge
instruction. Significantly fewer dogs with owners that
were given > 5 instructions improved or were cured,
compared with those with owners given fewer
instructions. Twenty-seven dogs were also treated
with amitriptyline or other medication; 15 (56%)
improved.

Conclusions and Clinical Relevance—Owners complied
with instructions that involved little time such as
omitting punishment and providing a chew toy at the
time of departure. Owners were also willing to
increase the dog's exercise but were not willing to
uncouple the cues of departure from real departures
or desensitize the dog to impending departure.
Administration of psychoactive medication may be
necessary to augment behavior modification techniques
designed to reduce separation anxiety in dogs.
(J Am Vet Med Assoc 2000;217:342–345)
Evaluation of serum feline trypsin-like immunoreactivity for the diagnosis of pancreatitis in cats
Authors: Swift Nigel C. , Marks Stanley L. , MacLachlan N. James , Norris Carol R. 
Published: December 2005

AbstractObjective—To evaluate serum feline trypsin-like immunoreactivity (fTLI) concentration and results of abdominal ultrasonography, CBC, and serum biochemical analyses for diagnosis of pancreatitis in cats.Design—Prospective study.Animals—28 cats with clinical signs compatible with pancreatitis.Procedure—Serum fTLI concentrations were determined, and abdominal ultrasonography, CBC, and serum biochemical analyses were performed prior to histologic evaluation of pancreatic, hepatic, and intestinal specimens. On the basis of histologic results, cats were categorized as having a normal pancreas (n = 10), pancreatic fibrosis with ongoing inflammation (9), pancreatic fibrosis without inflammation (4), and acute necrotizing pancreatitis (5). Serum fTLI concentrations and results of CBC, serum biochemical analyses, and histologic evaluation of hepatic and intestinal specimens were compared among groups.Results—Significant differences in serum fTLI concentrations or any hematologic or biochemical variable were not detected among the 4 groups of cats. Median serum fTLI concentrations were 51 µg/L (range, 18 to 200 µg/L) in cats with a normal pancreas, 32 µg/L (range, 12 to > 200 µg/L) in cats with pancreatic fibrosis and ongoing inflammation, 124 µg/L (range, 36 to > 200 µg/L) in cats with pancreatic fibrosis without ongoing inflammation, and 30 µg/L (range, 24 to 84 µg/L) in cats with acute necrotizing pancreatitis. We detected a high prevalence of concurrent hepatic and intestinal tract disease in cats with pancreatitis.Conclusion and Clinical Relevance—In cats with clinical signs of pancreatitis, serum fTLI concentration is poorly associated with histopathologic diagnosis. (J Am Vet Med Assoc2000;217:37–42)
Continuing education needs assessment for on-farm food safety services
Authors: Moore Dale A. , Sischo William M. , Wilson Dennis J. 
Published: December 2005

AbstractObjective—To identify the perceived market or client demand for dairy on-farm food safety services by veterinarians, the need for a food safety continuing education program, and the educational issues that might be addressed in an on-farm food safety curriculum.Design—Survey.Study Population—Consulting dairy veterinarians, government veterinarians located in California, and meat packers slaughtering cull dairy cows in California.Procedure—Results of a questionnaire supplied to veterinarians and telephone interviews with meat packer representatives were analyzed by use of univariate and multivariate logistic regression procedures.Results—Some meat packers considered the quality of incoming cull dairy cattle as a control point for food safety hazards. More than 50% of dairy and government- employed veterinarians believed that a current market for on-farm food safety services exists; > 85% believed that a potential market exists. Duration since graduation was negatively correlated with belief in a current market. Government-employed veterinarians were more likely to believe in a current market. Veterinarians were more likely to express a strong interest in offering on-farm food safety services if they believed a current market exists, indicated that they already offer such services, or listed residues and pathogens as the most important issues facing the dairy industry.Conclusions and Clinical Relevance—Although a potential market for on-farm food safety services is perceived, veterinarians are unsure of their role in this area. New demands of meat packers slaughtering cull dairy cows may be the motivation practitioners need to broach the subject of food safety with clients. (J Am Vet Med Assoc2000;217:479–484)
Patient and environmental factors associated with calcium oxalate urolithiasis in dogs
Authors: Lekcharoensuk Chalermpol , Lulich Jody P. , Osborne Carl A. , Pusoonthornthum Rosama , Allen Timothy A. , Koehler Lori A. , Urlich Lisa K. , Carpenter Kathleen A. , Swanson Laurie L. 
Published: December 2005

AbstractObjective—To test the hypothesis that breed, age, sex, body condition, and environment are risk factors for development of calcium oxalate uroliths in dogs.Design—Case-control study.Animals—1,074 dogs that formed calcium oxalate uroliths and 1,724 control dogs that did not have uroliths.Procedure—A validated multiple-choice questionnaire was designed to collect information from veterinarians and owners within 1 year of the date of urolith detection concerning signalment and environment of the dogs. Univariate and multivariate analyses were performed to calculate odds ratios to assess whether breed, age, sex, body condition, and environment were risk factors for calcium oxalate urolith formation.Results—Middle-aged (8- to 12-year-old) castrated male dogs had increased risk for formation of calcium oxalate uroliths. Urolith formation was also associated with increasing age. Dogs of certain breeds, including Miniature and Standard Schnauzer, Lhasa Apso, Yorkshire Terrier, Bichon Frise, Shih Tzu, and Miniature and Toy Poodle, had increased risk for developing calcium oxalate uroliths. Overweight dogs also had increased risk.Conclusions and Clinical Relevance—Knowledge of patient and environmental risk factors for development of calcium oxalate uroliths may facilitate development of surveillance strategies that result in earlier detection of this disease. Modification of environmental factors and body weight may minimize calcium oxalate urolith formation and recurrence. (J Am Vet Med Assoc2000;217:515–519)
Hepatotoxicity of stanozolol in cats
Authors: Harkin Kenneth R. , Cowan Laine A. , Andrews Gordon A. , Basaraba Randall J. , Fischer Julie R. , DeBowes Linda J. , Roush James K. , Guglielmino Maria L. , Kirk Claudia A. 
Published: December 2005

AbstractObjective—To determine hepatotoxicity of stanozolol in cats and to identify clinicopathologic and histopathologic abnormalities in cats with stanozololinduced hepatotoxicosis.Design—Clinical trial and case series.Animals—12 healthy cats, 6 cats with chronic renal failure, and 3 cats with gingivitis and stomatitis.Procedures—Healthy cats and cats with renal failure were treated with stanozolol (25 mg, IM, on the first day, then 2 mg, PO, q 12 h) for 4 weeks. Cats with gingivitis were treated with stanozolol at a dosage of 1 mg, PO, every 24 hours.Results—Most healthy cats and cats with renal failure developed marked inappetence, groomed less, and were less active within 7 to 10 days after initiation of stanozolol administration. Serum alanine transaminase (ALT) activity was significantly increased in 14 of 18 cats after stanozolol administration, but serum alkaline phosphatase activity was mildly increased in only 3. Four cats with serum ALT activity > 1,000 U/L after only 2 weeks of stanozolol administration had coagulopathies; administration of vitamin K resolved the coagulopathy in 3 of the 4 within 48 hours. All 18 cats survived, and hepatic enzyme activities were normal in all cats tested more than 4 weeks after stanozolol administration was discontinued. Two of the 3 cats with gingivitis developed evidence of severe hepatic failure 2 to 3 months after initiation of stanozolol treatment; both cats developed coagulopathies. Histologic evaluation of hepatic biopsy specimens from 5 cats revealed diffuse hepatic lipidosis and cholestasis without evidence of hepatocellular necrosis.Conclusions and Clinical Relevance—Results suggest that stanozolol is hepatotoxic in cats. (J Am Vet Med Assoc2000;217:681–684)
Hypomagnesemia and hypocalcemia associated with protein-losing enteropathy in Yorkshire Terriers: five cases (1992–1998)
Authors: Kimmel Susan E. , Waddell Lori S. , Michel Kathryn E. 
Published: December 2005

Abstract

Objective—To determine clinical and laboratory findings
associated with protein-losing enteropathy, hypomagnesemia,
and hypocalcemia in Yorkshire Terriers.

Design—Retrospective study.

Animals—5 purebred or crossbred Yorkshire Terriers
with protein-losing enteropathy, hypomagnesemia,
and hypocalcemia.

Procedure—Medical records were reviewed for dogs
with protein-losing enteropathy, hypomagnesemia,
and hypocalcemia.

Results—Of 8 dogs with these signs, 5 had Yorkshire
Terrier breeding. Common findings were diarrhea,
abdominal effusion, leukocytosis, neutrophilia,
hypocalcemia (ionized calcium), hypomagnesemia,
hypoproteinemia, hypoalbuminemia, hypocholesterolemia,
and increased serum activity of aspartate
aminotransferase.

Conclusions and Clinical Relevance—Yorkshire
Terriers are at increased risk for development of protein-losing enteropathy with hypomagnesemia and
decreased ionized calcium concentration. Hypomagnesemia
and hypocalcemia may have a related
pathogenesis involving intestinal loss, malabsorption,
and abnormalities of vitamin D and parathyroid hormone
metabolism. Serum electrolyte replacement
may be required to avoid neurologic and metabolic
problems. (J Am Vet Med Assoc 2000;217:
703–706)
Cover Picture: Metallodielectric Two‐Dimensional Photonic Structures Made by Electric‐Field Microstructuring of Nanocomposite Glasses (Adv. Mater. 24/2005)
Authors: Abdolvand A. , Podlipensky A. , Matthias S. , Syrowatka F. , Gösele U. , Seifert G. , Graener H. 
Published: December 2005

AbstractNanocomposite glasses containing metallic nanoparticles can be microstructured by electric‐field assisted dissolution of the embedded particles. As reported by Graener and co‐workers on p. 2983, any pattern of the electrode—down to the nanoscale—can be transferred onto the nanocomposite glass, giving 2D metallodielectric microstructures. The cover image shows as the background a regular array of squares with 2 μm periodicity produced using macroporous silicon as an electrode. The insets show the base material, the electrode, a representation of the dissolution process, and an enlarged view of the remaining silver nanoparticles.
Spatial near‐infrared imaging of hydroxyl band coverage on ceria‐based catalysts
Authors: Aiouache Farid , Oyama Hiro , Kitagawa Kuniyuki 
Published: December 2005

AbstractHigh‐throughput near‐infrared imaging was used to distinguish catalyst activity for low‐temperature methane steam‐reforming. Geminal hydroxyls of reduced ceria were depicted during methane reforming at 673 K. The changes in absorbance maps under various water partial pressures showed evidence of formate intermediate formations without redox exchanges. Higher resolution was observed in absorbance change images than that of thermal images obtained from catalyst surface self‐emissions. The experimental results illustrated higher activity of pure rhodium catalyst than that of bimetallic ones, likely because of the high dispersion of rhodium on the catalyst support. Moreover, the reaction was accelerated when high surface area silica was added because more reduced sites were exposed. Our filter bandwidths limited our interest in band‐shift distribution of geminal hydroxyl band during the reduction process. © 2005 American Institute of Chemical Engineers AIChE J, 2006