The impact of global warming on poultry production has gained significant attention over the
years. However, our current knowledge and understanding of the mechanisms through …

The myostatin (MSTN) gene is considered a potential genetic marker to improve
economically important traits in livestock, since the discovery of its function using the MSTN …

Lighting is a critical environmental factor that influences production performance and welfare
of poultry, however Pekin ducks can typically be housed under 24 h (24 h) of light. 460 …

The exploration of novel biomarkers to assess poultry health is of paramount importance, not
only to enhance our understanding of the pathogenicity of zoonotic agents but also to …

Heat stress (HS) due to high temperatures has adverse effects on poultry, including
decreased feed intake, lower feed efficiency, decreased body weight, and higher mortality …

Limited research investigating the use of direct-fed microbials (DFM) to mitigate the effects of
heat stress in Pekin ducks exists. This study evaluated the use of a DFM at different inclusion …

Simple Summary Humans have selectively bred dogs for various purposes, including
hunting, guarding, and service roles. However, over time, preferences have shifted from …

The historical relationship between humans and dogs has involved selective breeding for
various purposes, such as hunting, guarding, and service roles. However, over time, there …