The gastrointestinal (GI) microbiome of cats and dogs is increasingly recognized as a
metabolically active organ inextricably linked to pet health. Food serves as a substrate for …

Periodontal disease is a frequent problem seen in veterinary practices. Primary‐care
veterinary practices, where diagnosis of periodontal disease is predominantly based on …

Dental, oral, and maxillofacial diseases are some of the most common problems in small
animal veterinary practice. These conditions create significant pain as well as localized and …

The genus Neisseria contains the important pathogens Neisseria meningitidis and Neisseria
gonorrhoeae. These Gram-negative coccoid bacteria are generally thought to be restricted …

Background Microbiota from different niches within the canine oral cavity were profiled and
compared. Supragingival plaque and stimulated saliva, were collected alongside samples …

Zwitterionic polymers have extraordinary properties, that is, significant hydration and the so-
called antipolyelectrolyte effect, which make them suitable for biomedical applications. The …

Periodontal disease is the most widespread oral disease in dogs. Whilst the involvement of
bacteria in the aetiology of periodontitis is well established the role of individual species and …

The establishment of a sessile community is believed to occur in a sequence of steps where
genetically distinct bacteria can become attached to partner cells via specific molecules, in a …

Cattle farming is an ancient practice, with roots in the early Neolithic era that has retained a
major status in the food industry, with global beef market revenue amounting to $385.7 B (as …

The oral microbiome in dogs is a complex community. Under some circumstances, it
contributes to periodontal disease, a prevalent inflammatory disease characterized by a …