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Unveiling the hidden threat: Shelter dogs at risk of tick and mosquito-borne diseases

Alarming! Shelter Dogs Face Deadly Threat from Ticks and Mosquitoes! Discover the rising danger of tick- and mosquito-borne diseases in shelter dogs. A University of Georgia study reveals shocking findings, shedding light on the risks to both canines and humans. Learn how you can protect your furry friends and yourself from this growing threat.

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Cattle on low-protein rations may need amino acid supplement to boost milk yield

A series of experiments, which were published in the Journal of Dairy Science, followed, confirming the importance of histidine to maintain milk production and milk protein content when cows were fed diets with reduced protein concentration. Lactating mammals require large amounts of amino acids to support milk synthesis by mammary glands during lactation, Hristov noted. Amino acid metabolism is a critical process for the lactating mammary gland.

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