Canine osteoarthritis (OA) is a prevalent, progressive, and debilitating joint disorder characterized by cartilage degradation, synovial inflammation, and subchondral bone remodeling. This multifactorial disease leads to chronic pain and significant impairment of quality of life. As OA remains incurable, therapeutic strategies have shifted toward comprehensive multimodal management aimed at addressing the disease’s complex pathophysiology. This review presents an evidence-based overview of current approaches, including weight management, rehabilitation, pharmacologic therapies (NSAIDs, anti-NGF monoclonal antibodies), disease-modifying osteoarthritis drugs (DMOADs), regenerative treatments, and nutraceuticals. This study also highlights practical challenges and future directions, emphasizing individualized treatment plans to optimize outcomes in canine OA.

Obesity, a multicausal global health disorder, requires innovative solutions beyond conventional weight control. Plant-derived prebiotics, like inulin, oligofructose, and resistant dextrin, have appeared as promising dietary interventions. These fibers nourish beneficial gut bacteria, which produce short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) that regulate appetite, enhance fat combustion, and improve metabolic markers. Clinical trials show that the consumption of 8–21 g/day prebiotics for 8–24 weeks reduces body weight, BMI, waist circumference, inflammation, and insulin resistance. By exploring mechanisms, bioactive molecules, and personalized approaches, this review highlights prebiotics’ potential as natural anti-obesity agents. However, further research is needed to optimize their contribution to public health initiatives for the effective management of obesity.

This study aims to evaluate the morphometric characteristics of Algerian Fantasia horses. A sample of 25 Fantasia horses was measured, with six key morphometric parameters recorded. Body indices were calculated to analyze their structural conformation. These horses, mainly of the Barb and Arab-Barb breeds, exhibit variability due to breeding objectives, whether aesthetic or functional. The results showed that the withers height was 155.19 ± 2.76 cm, with a body length of 154.31 ± 4.38 cm, indicating a square-type conformation, as confirmed by a body profile index of 1.01 ± 0.02. The dactyl-thoracic index was 0.11 ± 0.004, indicating bone thickness consistent with body weight.Comparisons with existing studies highlight the unique physical characteristics of these horses. The results provide valuable data for future research and breeding programs.

This proceedings book collects together papers from the contributions presented at the 11th International Seminar of Veterinary Medicine: Advances in Animal Production, Food and Health: From Tradition to Innovation, held in Constantine, Algeria, at the University of Constantine 1-Frères Mentouri, Institute of Veterinary Sciences, on 26–27 October 2024

Fermented foods are defined as foods or beverages resulting from controlled microbial growth and conversion of major and minor food and enzymatic components. Once ingested, microorganisms or compounds produced during the fermentation process can affect the gut microbiome in the short and long term. Moreover, in recent years, the health benefits of fermented foods have been intensively studied and most studies have shown a correlation between the consumption of these foods and the composition of the gut microbiota, which were recently identified as a surprising organ. Although studies conducted on the effect of fermented foods on the gut microbiota take up a large space in the literature, the number of studies that consider the mechanisms of action of these foods seems very rare compared to other experiments that test the effect of these foods on intestinal dysbiosis and the improvement of host health. The aim of this work is to synthesize data on the mechanisms of action of some fermented foods and their effect on the modulation of the intestinal microbiota. Further studies should be conducted in vitro and in vivo in order to fully understand the mechanisms of action of fermented foods on this complex ecosystem.

Dietary nutrients are crucial for human health and the survival of gut microbes. Diet plays a central role in gut microbiota, as microbes rely on ingested nutrients for biological functions. Research highlights the connection between gut microbiota and exercise. Moderate and intense exercise are common in endurance training. Studies suggest gut microbiota may influence athlete health and performance. Athletes should consider dietary strategies like protein supplements, carbohydrate loading, probiotics, and prebiotics. The diverse gut microbiome of elite athletes produces key metabolites like short-chain fatty acids. A gut–muscle axis may exist, influencing muscle quality and gut biodiversity. This work summarizes current knowledge on diet, exercise, gut microbiota, and skeletal muscle.