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Literature ReviewOpen accessEvery word in the titlePhenotypic, Reproductive and Genomic Perspectives on the Status and Research Gaps of South African Bosvelder SheepNhlakanipho Sam Zulu, Khoboso Christine Lehloenya, Khanyisile Hadebe et al.The South African Bosvelder sheep is an emerging composite sheep developed from indigenous Bapedi and commercial White Dorper and Van Rooy sheep. Despite its reported adaptability and production potential under bushveld conditions, the sheep remains scientifically under-characterized and is not formally recognized within national breeding frameworks. This narrative review evaluates the current state of knowledge regarding phenotypic, reproductive, and genomic … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 21, Issue 2 · 1 Jul 2026 · 1,242 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessEvery word in the titlePhenotypic Characterisation of the Bapedi SheepKgothatso Masethe, Thinawanga Joseph Mugwabana, Tlou Caswell Chokoe et al.Bapedi sheep are at risk of extinction, which necessitates thorough documentation to inform and drive effective conservation efforts. We aimed to characterize Bapedi Sheep phenotypic characteristics using 231 Bapedi sheep (≥1 year of age) from Limpopo and Gauteng Provinces. The Bapedi Sheep were grazed on natural pasture and the data was collected during the autumn season. Qualitative and quantitative phenotypic … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 20, Issue 3 · 3 Sep 2025 · 5,909 accessesView PDFCite
Literature ReviewOpen accessEvery word in the titlePrediction of Body Weight from Linear Body Measurements in Sheep: A Systematic ReviewMathemba Kwezi Molosi, Lubabalo Bila, Thobela Louis TyasiThe aim of the study was to systematically review the literature on the prediction of the body weight from linear body measurement traits in sheep using four databases: Google Scholar, PubMed, Science Direct and Web of Science. The findings showed that eighteen (n = 18) articles with22% (n = 4) were from South Africa certified to be utilised in this … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 20, Issue 2 · 5 Jul 2025 · 3,543 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessEvery word in the titleThe Use of Management and Hormonal Oestrous Synchronisation on Indigenous Sheep Reared ExtensivelyAyanda Maqhashu, Jabulani Nkululeko Ngcobo, Hester Adri O'Neill et al.As the global population increases, demand for animal products will result in increased livestock-related greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change. One of the strategies for reducing this impact would be the improvement of indigenous livestock reproductive efficiency that are hardy and well adapted to harsh environmental regions. The use of reproductive technologies increases efficiency of animals necessary for … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 19, Issue 3 · 29 Aug 2024 · 4,778 accessesView PDFCite
Review ArticleOpen accessEvery word in the titleInsulin-Like Growth Factor 1 Gene and Growth Traits Correlations in Sheep: A Systematic ReviewThabang Sako, Thobela Lousi Tyasi, Jones Ng’ambiAbousoliman, I., Reyer, H., Oster, M., Muráni, E., Mourad, M., Abdel-Salam Rashed, M., Mohamed, I., & Wimmers, K. (2020). Analysis of Candidate Genes for Growth and Milk Performance Traits in the Egyptian Barki Sheep. Animals, 10(2), 197. https://doi.org/10.3390/ani10020197 Al Qasimi, R., Hassan, A., & Khudair, B. Y. (2019). Effect of IGF-1 and GH Genes Polymorphism on Weights and Body Measurements … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 19, Issue 2 · 25 May 2024 · 5,755 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessEvery word in the titlePrevalence of Endo and Ectoparasitism of Sheep in Northern KazakhstanDinara Seitkamzina, Botakoz Akmambaeva, Gulmira Abulgazimova et al.Invasive diseases of sheep are widespread worldwide, including in Kazakhstan. Recently, in the Akmola farms of Kazakhstan, there has been an increase in the spread of gastrointestinal diseases in sheep. The study aimed to assess the Prevalence (P) of sheep parasitosis in Northern Kazakhstan to develop effective prevention and control measures. Five-hundred and sixty-four sheep were studied in four rural … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 18, Issue 3 · 23 Sep 2023 · 5,655 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessEvery word in the titleMilk Content and Milk Quality of Sheep of the Kazakh Fat-Tailed Semi-Rough-Haired Breed with Pasture ContentDulat Ibrayev, Saukymbek Shauyenov, Gulmira Zhakupova et al.The article presents the results of a study on the effect of top dressing and feed additives based on humic substances on milk productivity, the quality of milk of sheep of the Kazakh fat-tailed semi-coarse breed, and the resulting cheese in pasture conditions. In total, 90 heads of sheep of the Kazakh short-tailed semi-rough-haired breed were used in the experiment. … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 22, Issue 4 · 25 Oct 2022 · 5,270 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessEvery word in the titleParasite Fauna and Infection of Sheep with ParasitosisAssylbek Abdrashitovich Zhanabayev, Birzhan Yeleubaevich Nurgaliev, Abzal Kenesovich Kereyev et al.The purpose of our research was to study the parasitic fauna and infection of sheep with parasites in the northern and southern regions of the Republic of Kazakhstan. For this, we conducted a study to determine the species diversity of sheep parasites. The study was set from 2010-2020 years on infected sheep in the northern and southern parts of the … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 22, Issue 4 · 6 Oct 2022 · 6,548 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessEvery word in the titleFeeding by Logistic Feed (Mash, Silage, Pellet and Wafer) Compared with Conventional Feed on Physiological, Blood Biochemical and Body Weight Gain Recovery in Tropical Sheep Pasca TransportationYuli Retnani, Anuraga Jayanegara, Sazli Tutur Risyahadi et al.The process of transportation of animals from one to another area can lead to stress. Animals tend to reduce feed intake which then affects animal performance, so palatable feed is needed, with high energy content, and can speed up the body weight recovery process. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of logistic feed (mash, silage, pellet, and wafer) compared … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 17, Issue 2 · 25 Jul 2022 · 6,222 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessEvery word in the titleInclusion of Barley Fodder in Alfalfa/Grass-Based Diets on Milk Production in Goats and Milking SheepTodd F. Robinson, Elizabeth BaumThe purpose of this study was to determine the effect of Barley Sprout Fodder (BSF) on milk production and milk composition of Saanen goats and Friesian ewes. Twenty Saanen does (1-year-old) and twenty East Friesian ewes (1 to 5 years old), were selected for this experiment, where each species was divided into four treatment groups. Goat treatments consisted of 0 … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 17, Issue 2 · 20 May 2022 · 6,286 accessesView PDFCite