Track Categories

The track category is the heading under which your abstract will be reviewed and later published in the conference printed matters if accepted. During the submission process, you will be asked to select one track category for your abstract.

The field of medicine known as veterinary medicine concentrates on the prevention, detection, and treatment of illnesses and injuries in animals. A doctor in this sector must be skilled in every facet of animal welfare and health. Animal behavior, or the study of how animals relate to their surroundings and other animals, is a subfield of veterinary medicine. As it helps to guarantee that animals are treated humanely and with respect, it is a very essential subject of research for animal health and welfare.

Animal vaccinations are a particular class of biological product intended to shield animals from disease. The majority of vaccines are given to children to protect them from infectious diseases like rabies, distemper, parvovirus, and feline leukemia. Vaccines are normally given by injection, but some can also be taken orally or used topically. All animals, including cats, dogs, horses, cattle, sheep, pigs, and goats, should be vaccinated. A few vaccines are also offered for exotic pets like ferrets, rabbits, and birds.

Animal cancer diagnosis, treatment, and management are the main goals of the specialized area of veterinary medicine known as veterinary oncology. In addition to other animals, veterinary oncologists also treat dogs, cats, and horses. Through a variety of diagnostic procedures, including blood tests, X-rays, and biopsies, a veterinary oncologist's job involves locating and detecting cancer in animals.

 

Any illness or ailment that affects animals as a whole is referred to as an animal disease. These illnesses may be brought on by a number of things, including bacteria, viruses, parasites, or even environmental causes. An animal's normal state is harmed when its vital functions are interrupted or altered.

Non-traditional pets known as zoological companion animals are frequently found at zoos, aquariums, and other wildlife sanctuaries. These creatures need specialized care and attention because they are frequently exotic or wild in nature. The following are some of the most well-liked zoological companion animals:

From conventional to organic animal production systems, animal breeding is crucial to their development. Farmers, consumers, and the environment can all gain from increasing animal qualities that have the potential to benefit entire populations. The biological process by which animals bear children is called animal reproduction. It includes passing genetic information from one generation to the next and is essential for the survival of a species.

•                     Mating Systems

•                     Inbreeding

•                     Outbreeding

•                     Species cross

•                     Cross breeding

•                     Intensive inbreeding

A relatively new discipline called veterinary forensics uses forensic science to veterinary care. Investigating and resolving crimes involving animals entails using scientific principles and methodologies. When looking into allegations of animal abuse, neglect, or cruelty, veterinary forensic scientists may collaborate with law enforcement authorities, animal welfare groups, or veterinary specialists.

 

The science and practice of breeding, caring for, and raising domestic animals to produce a variety of goods, such as meat, milk, eggs, and wool, is known as animal husbandry. Animal husbandry aims to maximize domestic animals' output while preserving their health and welfare and reducing any unfavourable effects on the environment.

 

The study of animal nutrition focuses on how animals consume and use nutrients to sustain their development, reproduction, and maintenance of bodily functions. Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and water are all examples of nutrients that the body needs in order to function normally. Depending on their species, age, gender, and stage of reproduction, animals have various nutritional needs

A domesticated animal's breeding, upbringing, and administration are referred to as "livestock production" for a variety of reasons, including the production of food, fiber, and other by-products. The raising of livestock is important to the world economy and provides millions of people with a vital source of food and income.

Animal oral health is the focus of the specialized area of veterinary medicine known as veterinary dentistry. It entails the identification, management, and avoidance of dental and oral conditions in animals. Animals frequently experience dental disorders, which, if addressed, can lead to discomfort, infection, and other health problems. A wide variety of animals, including dogs, cats, horses, cows, and exotic animals, are frequently treated by veterinary dentists. They might carry out common dental procedures like cleanings, extractions, and fillings in addition to more difficult ones like root canals and orthodontics.

Domesticated birds that are raised for their meat, eggs, or feathers are referred to as poultry. Chickens, ducks, geese, and turkeys are the most popular poultry species. A substantial source of food for many people, poultry farming is a large industry with global significance. To ensure the health and production of the birds in poultry farming, there are a number of management practices that must be followed.

Animal welfare is the term used to describe an animal's physical and psychological well-being, including its capacity to feel happy and content as well as their capacity to stay free from painful and frightening emotions. Whether an animal is utilized for study, food production, or pet ownership, the idea of animal welfare is crucial.  Animal behavioral issues can be identified and treated using behavioral medicine. Given that behavioral issues can significantly affect an animal's well-being, it is a crucial component of animal welfare. Animals' behavioral issues can be brought on by a number of things, such as illnesses, environmental stressors, and a lack of socialization.

  • Stereotypies
  • Lack of or normal responsiveness
  • Excessive aggression

The study of camels and the species that are linked to them is known as camel science, often known as camelidology or camelology. It is a multidisciplinary field that includes a number of academic fields, including zoology, physiology, genetics, anatomy, ecology, behavior, and conservation. Camels are amazing creatures that can survive in dry and semi-arid areas of the world with ease. They are renowned for having unusual physical features such humps, lengthy legs, and split upper lips, as well as for being able to conserve water and survive in hostile situations.

Animal injuries, illnesses, and disorders that require surgical intervention are diagnosed and treated in veterinary surgery, a subspecialty of veterinary medicine. It entails performing surgical procedures on dogs, cats, horses, cows, and other domesticated and wild animals to heal wounds and ailments.

Animal reproductive health is the primary concern of the field of veterinary medicine known as theriogenology. It covers the investigation and treatment of animal conception, pregnancy, and parturition as well as the identification and treatment of reproductive diseases. Services for a range of animals, including pets, cattle, and exotic animals, are offered by thierogenologists.

Animal disease-causing microbes are the focus of the field of veterinary medicine known as veterinary microbiology. Identifying, diagnosing, and treating bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic illnesses in animals are all included. The goal of veterinary microbiologists is to comprehend the mechanisms of disease and infection transmission, provide diagnostic tools, and create plans for preventing and managing infections in animals.

The study that describes the way medications and other therapeutic substances affect animals is the focus of the discipline of veterinary medicine known as animal pharmacology. It includes the investigation of drug effects, interactions, toxicity, and the creation of novel medications for use in animals. Animal pharmacologists establish safe and effective dosing regimens, techniques for managing drug toxicity, and an understanding of the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of pharmaceuticals in animals.

The study of animal nutrition and the creation of technologies to enhance animal food production are the main areas of research in the subject of animal food science and technology. Understanding the dietary needs of animals, the function of various feed ingredients, and the effects of processing and storage on feed quality are all part of this area.

  • Animal Nutrition and Feed Formulation
  • Feed Processing and Quality Control
  • Alternative Protein Sources for Animal Feed
  • Sustainable Animal Food Production
  • Emerging Technologies in Animal Food Science

The study of horses, including their physiology, behavior, diet, breeding, and management, is known as equine science. For people working in equine-related fields including racing, displaying, and recreation, this field is crucial because it includes a wide range of horse-related topics. Another crucial field of research in horse science is equine behavior. This includes how horses interact with one another, how they communicate, and how they react to various stimuli. For the wellbeing of horses as well as for training and handling, it's crucial to comprehend how they behave.

In two related disciplines of research, animal cloning and transgenic animals, the genetic makeup of animals is altered to generate desired traits or features. Even though these two fields share certain commonalities, they also have some significant distinctions. Contrarily, transgenic animals are those that have had certain genes added, deleted, or altered in order to achieve a desired trait or attribute. There are several uses for transgenic animals, including biomedical research, agriculture, and environmental preservation.

  • Advances in Animal Cloning Techniques
  • Ethical and Regulatory Considerations in Animal Cloning
  • Transgenic Animal Models for Biomedical Research
  • Genetic Engineering for Agriculture and Livestock Production
  • Applications of Transgenic Animals in Conservation

The study of insects and how they interact with other living things and the environment is known as entomology. Taxonomy, ecology, behavior, physiology, and molecular biology are just a few of the numerous subfields that make up this broad and varied area of study.

In the veterinary and animal health communities, animal obesity is a growing concern. Diabetes, cardiovascular disease, joint issues, and a lower quality of life are just a few of the health issues that obesity in animals can cause.

  • Epidemiology and Risk Factors
  • Physiology and Metabolism
  • Clinical Management and Treatment
  • Owner Education and Communication
  • Environmental and Policy Approaches

The study of animal diseases, including their causes and effects, is known as animal pathology. It entails locating and diagnosing ailments, as well as looking into the causes of those diseases and developing therapies.

Laboratory Research that increases our fundamental understanding of model organisms and the opportunities/challenges for simulating human health and illness is encouraged. Animal Research welcomes contributions of novel methodologies and procedures that enhance and broaden the use of model organisms in the lab. Animal Studies Animals used in laboratories on a regular basis for all types of general study are known as laboratories. Includes guinea pigs, rats, mice, and rabbits. Additional animal species, such as hamsters, non-human primates, amphibians, poultry, sheep, and pigs, can be introduced in special-use laboratories.