Influence of Salmonella specific bacteriophages (O1; S16) on the shedding of naturally occurring Salmonella and an orally applied Salmonella Eastbourne strain in bearded dragons (Pogona vitticeps)
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DOI: 10.1002/vms3.388
Abstract: Abstract This study determined the passage time and phage propagation time of salmonella specific phages, Felix O1 and S16, in 10 bearded dragons, based on re‐isolation from cloacal swabs and faecal samples following oral administration,… read more here.
Keywords: bearded dragons; salmonella; study; salmonella specific ... See more keywords
Thermoregulatory behavior and orientation preference in bearded dragons.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jtherbio.2017.07.009
Abstract: The regulation of body temperature is a critical function for animals. Although reliant on ambient temperature as a heat source, reptiles, and especially lizards, make use of multiple voluntary and involuntary behaviors to thermoregulate, including… read more here.
Keywords: orientation preference; bearded dragons; heat source; orientation ... See more keywords
Pharmacokinetics of subcutaneously administered hydromorphone in bearded dragons (Pogona vitticeps) and red-eared slider turtles (Trachemys scripta elegans).
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DOI: 10.1016/j.vaa.2018.12.002
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To determine pharmacokinetic dosing strategy in bearded dragons (Pogona vitticeps) and red-eared sliders (Trachemys scripta elegans) based on two subcutaneously (SC) administered doses of hydromorphone (0.5 and 1.0 mg kg-1). STUDY DESIGN Randomized crossover… read more here.
Keywords: bearded dragons; slider turtles; hydromorphone; red eared ... See more keywords
Evaluation of neuraxial administration of bupivacaine in bearded dragons (Pogona vitticeps).
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DOI: 10.1016/j.vaa.2021.06.012
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To assess the success rate, onset, duration and extent of motor/sensory block following neuraxial injection of two dosages of bupivacaine in bearded dragons (Pogona vitticeps). STUDY DESIGN Prospective, randomized, blinded, crossover experimental study. ANIMALS… read more here.
Keywords: bearded dragons; treatment; treatment bup; bupivacaine ... See more keywords
Prevalence and risk factors for dental disease in captive Central bearded dragons (Pogona vitticeps) in the United Kingdom
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DOI: 10.1053/j.jepm.2020.09.002
Abstract: Abstract Background Despite periodontal disease being recognized as a common condition in captive bearded dragons, there is a lack of data regarding the prevalence. A soft diet has previously been cited as the main risk… read more here.
Keywords: presence; bearded dragons; prevalence; risk ... See more keywords
Clinical presentation and disease prevalence of captive central bearded dragons (Pogona vitticeps) at veterinary clinics in Australia.
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DOI: 10.1111/avj.13234
Abstract: Central bearded dragons (Pogona vitticeps) are one of the most popular reptile pets in Australia and around the world. Diseases, including metabolic bone disease, periodontal disease, and gastrointestinal endoparasites commonly affect captive animals. To determine… read more here.
Keywords: presentation; disease; prevalence; bearded dragons ... See more keywords
Cholelithiasis in adult bearded dragons: retrospective study of nine adult bearded dragons (Pogona vitticeps) with cholelithiasis between 2013 and 2015 in southern Germany
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DOI: 10.1111/jpn.12616
Abstract: With an increased number of pet reptiles, many diseases occur due to nutritional disorders. Between 2013 and 2015, irregular gallbladder contents (sludge/choleliths) in adult bearded dragons (Pogona vitticeps) were recorded in many of the routinely… read more here.
Keywords: 2013 2015; dragons pogona; bearded dragons; cholelithiasis ... See more keywords
Prevalence and risk factors of hepatic lipid changes in bearded dragons (Pogona vitticeps)
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DOI: 10.1177/03009858221105058
Abstract: Hepatic lipidosis is a common disease of captive bearded dragons (Pogona vitticeps). Diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of this condition are challenging, as there is minimal information in the literature. Our study determined the prevalence and… read more here.
Keywords: prevalence; hepatic lipid; lipid changes; bearded dragons ... See more keywords
Bearded dragons colour match their home territory
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DOI: 10.1242/jeb.158667
Abstract: ![Figure][1] A bearded dragon before and after changing colour. Photo credit: Adam Elliot. Blushing and suntanning (or sunburning) are probably the best we can hope for on a spectrum of natural skin tone change; but… read more here.
Keywords: dragons colour; bearded dragons; home territory; match home ... See more keywords
Gross anatomy, histology and blood vessel topography of the alimentary canal of the Inland Bearded Dragon (Pogona vitticeps)
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0234736
Abstract: Imaging techniques have proved to be crucial for diagnosis in reptile species. The topography of the internal organs of bearded dragons has been described in recent studies as meeting the small animal practitioners´ demand for… read more here.
Keywords: topography; bearded dragons; alimentary canal; anatomy ... See more keywords
Association of plasma metabolites and diagnostic imaging findings with hepatic lipidosis in bearded dragons (Pogona vitticeps) and effects of gemfibrozil therapy
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0274060
Abstract: Objectives To evaluate the association between plasma metabolites, biochemical analytes, diagnostic imaging findings, and the histologic diagnosis of hepatic lipidosis in bearded dragons. To assess the effects of gemfibrozil therapy on hepatic lipid accumulation and… read more here.
Keywords: lipidosis; plasma metabolites; bearded dragons; association plasma ... See more keywords