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Effects of the particle size of maize, rice and sorghum in extruded diets for dogs

For dogs fed different particle sizes of the cereal starches in the extruded diets, the digestibility and fecal characteristics were affected.

Effects of natural eggshell membrane on arthritis in rats

The results for NEM showed significant anti-arthritis activity.

Using heart rate to predict energy expenditure in dogs

The established regression equation enables fast estimation of energy requirement for running activity.

Effect of fiber type and fermentation site on digestibility of fiber in rabbits

A correction for intestinal mucin is necessary for ileal TDF and soluble fiber digestibility.

The effects of fasting on taurine status in dogs

Blood samples can be taken for assessment of taurine status any time up to 48 hours after ingestion of a meal.

Effects of post-exercise feeding of protein bars to conditioned dogs

Dogs fed a bar with 37.4% rapidly digestible carbohydrates and 25% protein after exercise had increased blood nutrient concentrations for glycogen and protein synthesis.

Nutrient digestibility and tolerance by dogs of a-cyclodextrin

ACD supplementation might have potential in modifying serum lipid profiles in dogs.

Rendered ingredients and pet food

The byproducts from food animal production can be rendered into safe and nutritious pet food ingredients.

A comparison of domestic cat bitter receptors with their human orthologs

The response profiles of the cat bitter receptors Tas2r38 and Tas2r43 are distinct from those of their orthologous human receptors.

Effects of milk from dams fed an obesogenic diet on rabbit development

Early-life nutritional history, in particular through the milking period, can determine subsequent rabbit mammary gland development.

Organic matter and macromineral digestibility in domestic rabbits

The data indicate similar mechanisms in the absorption of macrominerals amongst rabbits, rodents and horses.

Calcium absorption in adult dogs and cats

A dietary calcium supply differing greatly from the recommended dietary intake might impair the health of cats and dogs when fed long term.

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