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DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7511462
title: DETERMINATION OF BIOMECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF PATELLAR LIGAMENT IN DOGS (CANIS FAMILIARIS LINNAEUS, 1758)

description: Abstract The biomechanical study of articular ligaments generate subsidies for research of biomaterials or treatment techniques for replacement or repair of these structures on the occasion of rupture or degeneration. Therefore, We carried out a biomechanical traction assay of the patellar ligament in 53 dogs, totaling 106 patellar ligaments, determining maximum resistance in Newtons (N) and deformation in millimeters (mm). These data were correlated to body biometrics of the dogs used. The strength of the left and right patellar ligaments in the female group were 642.6N ±297.2N and 627.0N ±300.6N (p=0.028), respectively. Males presented higher values (p=0.035). The right patellar ligament had a maximum capacity of resistance of 850.8N ±299.9N, and the left one of 729.3N ±283.5N. Statistically, there is no significant correlation (r&gt; 0.7) between the biometric parameters measured and the bodily strength or deformation of the patellar ligament. Despite no statistical significant correlation, data from the strength and deformation of the canine patellar ligament can support further research aimed at correcting ruptures of joint ligaments.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7511462.v1
title: DETERMINATION OF BIOMECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF PATELLAR LIGAMENT IN DOGS (CANIS FAMILIARIS LINNAEUS, 1758)

description: Abstract The biomechanical study of articular ligaments generate subsidies for research of biomaterials or treatment techniques for replacement or repair of these structures on the occasion of rupture or degeneration. Therefore, We carried out a biomechanical traction assay of the patellar ligament in 53 dogs, totaling 106 patellar ligaments, determining maximum resistance in Newtons (N) and deformation in millimeters (mm). These data were correlated to body biometrics of the dogs used. The strength of the left and right patellar ligaments in the female group were 642.6N ±297.2N and 627.0N ±300.6N (p=0.028), respectively. Males presented higher values (p=0.035). The right patellar ligament had a maximum capacity of resistance of 850.8N ±299.9N, and the left one of 729.3N ±283.5N. Statistically, there is no significant correlation (r&gt; 0.7) between the biometric parameters measured and the bodily strength or deformation of the patellar ligament. Despite no statistical significant correlation, data from the strength and deformation of the canine patellar ligament can support further research aimed at correcting ruptures of joint ligaments.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7515650
title: IN VITRO ANTIBACTERIAL ACTIVITY OF THE EXTRACT OF Abarema cochliacarpos (GOMES) BARNEBY & J.W. GRIMES AGAINST BACTERIA ISOLATED FROM SKIN WOUNDS IN DOGS

description: Abstract Abarema cochliacarpos is a native species of Brazil, it belongs to the family Leguminosae - Mimosoidae, and it has been long used in folk medicine. This study aimed to evaluate the in vitro antibacterial activity of cyclohexane, acetone, and ethanol extracts of the bark of Abarema cochliacarpos (Gomes) Barneby & JW Grimes against bacteria isolated from skin wounds in dogs. The antibacterial activity of the extracts was determined by the diffusion method on solid medium while the Minimal Inhibitory Concentration was determined in microplates. Aliquots of the wells without bacterial growth after 24 hours of incubation at 35-37 ºC were added to plates with culture medium to determine Minimum Bactericidal Concentration. The phytochemical analysis of the plant showed positive results for alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, tannins (condensed), terpenes and steroids. The isolated bacteria were: Staphylococcus intermedius, Bacillus sp., Pasteurella sp., and Escherichia coli. In vitro assays of the extracts of the bark of Abarema cochliacarpos showed inhibition against Gram-positive bacteria Staphylococcus intermedius and Bacillus sp. concentrations tested (100, 50, 25, 12.5 and 6.25 mg / mL) except for the cyclohexane extract that showed no inhibition at concentrations of 6.25 and 12.5 mg / mL against Staphylococcus intermedius. There were no zones of inhibition against the Gram-negative bacteria Pasteurella sp. and Escherichia coli. We concluded that the cyclohexane, acetone, and ethanol extracts of the bark of Abarema cochliacarpos showed antibacterial activity for most tested concentrations against the strains Gram-positive Staphylococcus intermedius and Bacillus sp. isolated from skin wounds in dogs.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7515650.v1
title: IN VITRO ANTIBACTERIAL ACTIVITY OF THE EXTRACT OF Abarema cochliacarpos (GOMES) BARNEBY & J.W. GRIMES AGAINST BACTERIA ISOLATED FROM SKIN WOUNDS IN DOGS

description: Abstract Abarema cochliacarpos is a native species of Brazil, it belongs to the family Leguminosae - Mimosoidae, and it has been long used in folk medicine. This study aimed to evaluate the in vitro antibacterial activity of cyclohexane, acetone, and ethanol extracts of the bark of Abarema cochliacarpos (Gomes) Barneby & JW Grimes against bacteria isolated from skin wounds in dogs. The antibacterial activity of the extracts was determined by the diffusion method on solid medium while the Minimal Inhibitory Concentration was determined in microplates. Aliquots of the wells without bacterial growth after 24 hours of incubation at 35-37 ºC were added to plates with culture medium to determine Minimum Bactericidal Concentration. The phytochemical analysis of the plant showed positive results for alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, tannins (condensed), terpenes and steroids. The isolated bacteria were: Staphylococcus intermedius, Bacillus sp., Pasteurella sp., and Escherichia coli. In vitro assays of the extracts of the bark of Abarema cochliacarpos showed inhibition against Gram-positive bacteria Staphylococcus intermedius and Bacillus sp. concentrations tested (100, 50, 25, 12.5 and 6.25 mg / mL) except for the cyclohexane extract that showed no inhibition at concentrations of 6.25 and 12.5 mg / mL against Staphylococcus intermedius. There were no zones of inhibition against the Gram-negative bacteria Pasteurella sp. and Escherichia coli. We concluded that the cyclohexane, acetone, and ethanol extracts of the bark of Abarema cochliacarpos showed antibacterial activity for most tested concentrations against the strains Gram-positive Staphylococcus intermedius and Bacillus sp. isolated from skin wounds in dogs.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7509326
title: EQUINE TRACHEOBRONCHIAL WASH FILTRATION AND ITS EFFECTS ON DIFFERENTIAL CELL COUNT

description: Abstract Tracheobronchial wash (TBW) is a method to recover cell samples from the airways. The cytology of TBW fluid is an important technique for the diagnosis of pulmonary diseases in horses. Excessive mucus in TBW may cause cell damage and morphological changes that hinder cell type recognition, resulting in a misdiagnosis. The aim of this study was to compare the results of differential cell count in a tracheobronchial wash of filtered and non-filtered samples. Endoscopy and TBW procedures were performed in thirty horses. Each TBW sample was split into two aliquots. Two groups were formed: non-filtrated aliquots (NF) and filtrated aliquots (F). The filtration was performed using a hydrophilic gauze pad. After centrifugation, the differential cell count was performed considering 300 nucleated cells. The filtrated aliquots results presented a significant increase of macrophages count and a significant decrease in neutrophils count comparing to the results of non-filtrated aliquots. These findings were consistent with results of filtered bronchoalveolar wash published studies. Therefore, the filtration of TBW is not an efficient method.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7509326.v1
title: EQUINE TRACHEOBRONCHIAL WASH FILTRATION AND ITS EFFECTS ON DIFFERENTIAL CELL COUNT

description: Abstract Tracheobronchial wash (TBW) is a method to recover cell samples from the airways. The cytology of TBW fluid is an important technique for the diagnosis of pulmonary diseases in horses. Excessive mucus in TBW may cause cell damage and morphological changes that hinder cell type recognition, resulting in a misdiagnosis. The aim of this study was to compare the results of differential cell count in a tracheobronchial wash of filtered and non-filtered samples. Endoscopy and TBW procedures were performed in thirty horses. Each TBW sample was split into two aliquots. Two groups were formed: non-filtrated aliquots (NF) and filtrated aliquots (F). The filtration was performed using a hydrophilic gauze pad. After centrifugation, the differential cell count was performed considering 300 nucleated cells. The filtrated aliquots results presented a significant increase of macrophages count and a significant decrease in neutrophils count comparing to the results of non-filtrated aliquots. These findings were consistent with results of filtered bronchoalveolar wash published studies. Therefore, the filtration of TBW is not an efficient method.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7511444
title: QUALITY OF TAMBAQUI (Colossoma macropomum) SEMEN CRYOPRESERVED IN DIFFERENT CONCENTRATIONS OF EGG YOLK

description: Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of egg yolk (EY) addition on the sperm kinects after cryopreservation. We used twenty tambaqui males (n = 4 pools), which were induced homonally to spermiation with carp pituitary extract. Fourteen hours after induction, a seminal collection was performed. The semen from each pool was diluted with Ringer added 10% DMSO on the presence or absence of egg yolk (T1: no additional EY; T2: 5% EY; and T3: 10% EY). The treated semen was loaded in 0.5 mL straws, frozen in a nitrogen vapor vessel (dry shipper) (30 min / -153 °C), and then transferred to liquid nitrogen. Straws were thawed in a water bath at 37 °C / 30 seconds. The analyses of motility rate (%) and sperm curvilinear velocity (µm/s) were performed on computerized system (CASA). Data were expressed as mean ± standard deviation, and Tukey test was applied (P&lt;0.05). There was a significant reduction in the percentage of motile spermatozoa and curvilinear velocity after the addition of egg yolk to the crioprotection solution, regardless of the concentration. Therefore, the addition of EY to Ringer + DMSO had negative effect on motility of tambaqui frozen sperm.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7511444.v1
title: QUALITY OF TAMBAQUI (Colossoma macropomum) SEMEN CRYOPRESERVED IN DIFFERENT CONCENTRATIONS OF EGG YOLK

description: Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of egg yolk (EY) addition on the sperm kinects after cryopreservation. We used twenty tambaqui males (n = 4 pools), which were induced homonally to spermiation with carp pituitary extract. Fourteen hours after induction, a seminal collection was performed. The semen from each pool was diluted with Ringer added 10% DMSO on the presence or absence of egg yolk (T1: no additional EY; T2: 5% EY; and T3: 10% EY). The treated semen was loaded in 0.5 mL straws, frozen in a nitrogen vapor vessel (dry shipper) (30 min / -153 °C), and then transferred to liquid nitrogen. Straws were thawed in a water bath at 37 °C / 30 seconds. The analyses of motility rate (%) and sperm curvilinear velocity (µm/s) were performed on computerized system (CASA). Data were expressed as mean ± standard deviation, and Tukey test was applied (P&lt;0.05). There was a significant reduction in the percentage of motile spermatozoa and curvilinear velocity after the addition of egg yolk to the crioprotection solution, regardless of the concentration. Therefore, the addition of EY to Ringer + DMSO had negative effect on motility of tambaqui frozen sperm.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7506974
title: WILD ANIMALS TICKS IN THE CERRADO BIOME SCREENED BY THE CETAS, IBAMA-GOIÁS

description: Abstract Cerrado biome has around 320,000 species of animals and it occupies approximately 25% of the Brazilian territory. This great number of species stimulates the illegal trafficking of wild animals. The Instituto Brasileiro do Meio Ambiente e dos Recursos Naturais Renováveis (IBAMA) is responsible for rescuing trafficked animals and forwards them to the Centro de Triagem de Animais Silvestres (CETAS), where they are screened, identified, and subjected to diagnostic tests and quarantine before being sent to a final destination. Ectoparasites identification is one of the recommended procedures. During 2013, the tick species were identified in wild animals kept in CETAS: Amblyomma longirostre in porcupine (Coendou prehensilis); Amblyomma rotundatum in common boa (Boa constrictor); Amblyomma sculptum and Riphicephalus microplus in Red brocket deer (Mazama americana); Amblyomma sculptum in maned wolf (Chrysocyon brachyurus); Amblyomma sculptum and Amblyomma dubitatum in capybara (Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris); Amblyomma nodosum in collared anteater (Tamandua tetradactyla); Amblyomma sculptum in brown howler (Alouatta guariba). Amblyomma was the main genre found dispersed among wild animals of South America. Captivity animals showed low number of ticks.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7513751
title: MUSCULAR ANATOMY OF THE PECTORAL AND FORELIMB OF Caiman crocodilus crocodilus (LINNAEUS, 1758) (CROCODYLIA: ALLIGATORIDAE)

description: Abstract Among the Brazilian crocodilian, Caiman crocodilus crocodilus is widely distributed, given its adaptation to diverse habitats and their generalist diet. Information about the reproductive and ethological character of this species is abundant, whereas morphological data are still scarce. This study aimed to identify and report the muscles and their origin and the insertion into the pectoral and forelimb of C. crocodilus crocodilus. We used two male specimens, adults, belonging to the collection of the UFG - Jataí. We performed usual procedures for dissection and further individualization, withdrawal of members, and observation of muscle origins and insertions. The musculature of C. crocodilus crocodilus generally conservative is similar to C. latirostris and A. mississippiensis. The muscles of the pectoral girdle showed little variation among crocodilians. In the forelimb, the triceps muscle has five distinct heads and biceps has only one. The extensor and flexor surface of the hand showed similar topography to A. mississippiensis. We described some differences in the origin and insertion of certain muscles, as well as the classification and topography of some flexor and extensor muscles in the forearm segment. The distal segments showed more variations, which probably reflects the variety of locomotor habits among crocodilians.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7513751.v1
title: MUSCULAR ANATOMY OF THE PECTORAL AND FORELIMB OF Caiman crocodilus crocodilus (LINNAEUS, 1758) (CROCODYLIA: ALLIGATORIDAE)

description: Abstract Among the Brazilian crocodilian, Caiman crocodilus crocodilus is widely distributed, given its adaptation to diverse habitats and their generalist diet. Information about the reproductive and ethological character of this species is abundant, whereas morphological data are still scarce. This study aimed to identify and report the muscles and their origin and the insertion into the pectoral and forelimb of C. crocodilus crocodilus. We used two male specimens, adults, belonging to the collection of the UFG - Jataí. We performed usual procedures for dissection and further individualization, withdrawal of members, and observation of muscle origins and insertions. The musculature of C. crocodilus crocodilus generally conservative is similar to C. latirostris and A. mississippiensis. The muscles of the pectoral girdle showed little variation among crocodilians. In the forelimb, the triceps muscle has five distinct heads and biceps has only one. The extensor and flexor surface of the hand showed similar topography to A. mississippiensis. We described some differences in the origin and insertion of certain muscles, as well as the classification and topography of some flexor and extensor muscles in the forearm segment. The distal segments showed more variations, which probably reflects the variety of locomotor habits among crocodilians.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7506974.v1
title: WILD ANIMALS TICKS IN THE CERRADO BIOME SCREENED BY THE CETAS, IBAMA-GOIÁS

description: Abstract Cerrado biome has around 320,000 species of animals and it occupies approximately 25% of the Brazilian territory. This great number of species stimulates the illegal trafficking of wild animals. The Instituto Brasileiro do Meio Ambiente e dos Recursos Naturais Renováveis (IBAMA) is responsible for rescuing trafficked animals and forwards them to the Centro de Triagem de Animais Silvestres (CETAS), where they are screened, identified, and subjected to diagnostic tests and quarantine before being sent to a final destination. Ectoparasites identification is one of the recommended procedures. During 2013, the tick species were identified in wild animals kept in CETAS: Amblyomma longirostre in porcupine (Coendou prehensilis); Amblyomma rotundatum in common boa (Boa constrictor); Amblyomma sculptum and Riphicephalus microplus in Red brocket deer (Mazama americana); Amblyomma sculptum in maned wolf (Chrysocyon brachyurus); Amblyomma sculptum and Amblyomma dubitatum in capybara (Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris); Amblyomma nodosum in collared anteater (Tamandua tetradactyla); Amblyomma sculptum in brown howler (Alouatta guariba). Amblyomma was the main genre found dispersed among wild animals of South America. Captivity animals showed low number of ticks.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7513823.v1
title: HEALTH PROFILE OF FAMILY AGRICULTURAL PRODUCER UNITS OF RAW MILK AND THEIR ADJUSTMENT TO THE CURRENT LAW

description: Abstract The northern region of Minas Gerais State is characterized as one of the regions of the country where milk has an important economic and social role for the family farming sector. Due to legal requirements, this sector must adjust so that the product will be marketed without bringing risk to the consumers, being, therefore, competitive on the commercial market. The objective of this study was to characterize the productive management generally adopted by the family farms in the municipalities of Bocaiuva, Capitão Enéas, Francisco Sá, and Montes Claros, in northern Minas Gerais, identifying the barriers to the production of milk within the parameters established by the legislation. The production system was evaluated by collecting data from questionnaires and checklists in the different environments involved with the production. The microbiological quality was assessed by enumeration of indicator microorganisms in aerobic mesophiles, psychrotrophic, Staphylococcus sp and coliforms in raw milk, raw refrigerated milk, water and utensils used in the production. The results of microbiological analysis associated with the adopted practices revealed the main cause of milk contamination was the inadequate use or the lack of good hygiene practices in the production system, representing the main obstacle to attend the legal requirements for this product.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7513823
title: HEALTH PROFILE OF FAMILY AGRICULTURAL PRODUCER UNITS OF RAW MILK AND THEIR ADJUSTMENT TO THE CURRENT LAW

description: Abstract The northern region of Minas Gerais State is characterized as one of the regions of the country where milk has an important economic and social role for the family farming sector. Due to legal requirements, this sector must adjust so that the product will be marketed without bringing risk to the consumers, being, therefore, competitive on the commercial market. The objective of this study was to characterize the productive management generally adopted by the family farms in the municipalities of Bocaiuva, Capitão Enéas, Francisco Sá, and Montes Claros, in northern Minas Gerais, identifying the barriers to the production of milk within the parameters established by the legislation. The production system was evaluated by collecting data from questionnaires and checklists in the different environments involved with the production. The microbiological quality was assessed by enumeration of indicator microorganisms in aerobic mesophiles, psychrotrophic, Staphylococcus sp and coliforms in raw milk, raw refrigerated milk, water and utensils used in the production. The results of microbiological analysis associated with the adopted practices revealed the main cause of milk contamination was the inadequate use or the lack of good hygiene practices in the production system, representing the main obstacle to attend the legal requirements for this product.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7513265
title: CARCASS CHARACTERISTICS AND MEAT QUALITY OF LAMBS FED WITH DIFFERENT LEVELS OF SOYBEAN CAKE IN REPLACEMENT OF SOYBEAN MEAL

description: Abstract The objective of this study was to evaluate the replacement of soybean meal by soybean cake on carcass characteristics and meat quality of Santa Ines lambs. Twenty-nine intact males were used, weighing 23.63 ± 2.44 kg, at 80 days of age, distributed randomly, submitted to five diets, with the diets differing in the levels of substitution of soybean meal by soybean cake (0, 25, 50, 75 and 100%). Each diet was provided to six animals, except the 25% diet, in which five animals were used. Carcass characteristics were evaluated, and the Longissimus dorsi was removed for meat quality analysis. The different levels of soybean cake did not affect carcass characteristics. Regarding the characteristics of meat, there was a quadratic effect for the shear force and negative linear effect on flavor intensity, but no significant differences on the other parameters were observed. Replacement of soybean meal for soybean cake can be made without affecting most of the carcass and meat characteristics, and high levels of soybean cake in the diet can improve the meat sensorial quality of lambs receiving concentrated diets.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7513265.v1
title: CARCASS CHARACTERISTICS AND MEAT QUALITY OF LAMBS FED WITH DIFFERENT LEVELS OF SOYBEAN CAKE IN REPLACEMENT OF SOYBEAN MEAL

description: Abstract The objective of this study was to evaluate the replacement of soybean meal by soybean cake on carcass characteristics and meat quality of Santa Ines lambs. Twenty-nine intact males were used, weighing 23.63 ± 2.44 kg, at 80 days of age, distributed randomly, submitted to five diets, with the diets differing in the levels of substitution of soybean meal by soybean cake (0, 25, 50, 75 and 100%). Each diet was provided to six animals, except the 25% diet, in which five animals were used. Carcass characteristics were evaluated, and the Longissimus dorsi was removed for meat quality analysis. The different levels of soybean cake did not affect carcass characteristics. Regarding the characteristics of meat, there was a quadratic effect for the shear force and negative linear effect on flavor intensity, but no significant differences on the other parameters were observed. Replacement of soybean meal for soybean cake can be made without affecting most of the carcass and meat characteristics, and high levels of soybean cake in the diet can improve the meat sensorial quality of lambs receiving concentrated diets.