In 2018, ground subsidence caused by rock salt extraction in Maceió (Alagoas, Brazil) forced the relocation of thousands of residents, resulting in a significant increase in animal abandonment, particularly dogs and cats. This study analyzed the occurrence of these abandonments in the affected neighborhoods and evaluated the impact of interventions implemented by the "Projeto Integra Animal" (Animal Integration Project) in mitigating the problem. This is a descriptive study based on data collected between October 2020 and December 2024 by the "Projeto Integra Animal" (Animal Integration Project) and its subproject "Focinho Responsável" (Responsible Snout). Data regarding animal rescues, adoptions, profiles of abandoned animals, and complaints recorded through the Disque Denúncia 181 hotline in 2023 were considered. Educational activities conducted in partnership with schools were also analyzed. Descriptive statistical analysis, Pearson correlation, and the Chi-square test were employed. In total, 1,826 animals were sheltered, of which 1,147 (63%) were classified as abandoned, comprising 78.7% cats and 21.3% dogs, with a higher incidence in the Pinheiro (35.5%) and Bebedouro (28.7%) neighborhoods. Overall, 864 animals were adopted, predominantly cats (71.1%), with a preference for younger animals (71% aged up to one year). A gradual reduction in abandonment cases was observed, along with a positive correlation (r = 0.96) between abandonment and adoption rates, showing a reversal starting in 2023 that coincided with the strengthening of educational activities. In 2023, 52 complaints of animal mistreatment were recorded, mostly involving dogs. School and community campaigns played a crucial role in promoting responsible pet ownership. The results reveal the impacts of urban crises on animal welfare and highlight the importance of community strategies in addressing animal abandonment. Educational initiatives, school partnerships, and adoption fairs proved effective in reversing this scenario and promoting responsible ownership. The "Projeto Integra Animal" (Animal Integration Project) serves as a replicable model for public health interventions in similar socio-environmental contexts.

Hemoparasitoses are diseases that have many cases in the medical-veterinary routine, mainly affecting dogs. Main hemoparasitoses include canine monocytic ehrlichiosis (CME) and canine thrombocytic anaplasmosis (CTA). The present study aimed to carry out an analysis regarding cases of ehrlichiosis and anaplasmosis and the presence of antibodies against Ehrlichia sp. and Anaplasma sp. in dogs treated by the Integra Animal Project, observing epidemiological data, such as age group, sex, and presence of ticks. Blood count, epidemiological profile, and 4DXs plus test were analyzed from 102 dogs taken in by the project. A descriptive analysis was carried out regarding the collected data, focusing on data such as age group (in months), presence of Rhipicephalus sanguineus ticks, erythrogram, leukogram, and animals positive and negative for ehrlichiosis and anaplasmosis. Out of the 102 dogs, 48 (47%) of the animals had antibodies to Ehrlichia canis., and 23 (22.5%) had antibodies to Anaplasma platys. With these results, it was possible to analyze the hematological evidence in positive and negative dogs and draw conclusions from the study’s findings. Notably, among the positive animals, only 4 (4%) had the presence of ticks and no clinical manifestations, while 32 (31.7%) showed normocytic normochromic anemia and no significant changes in leukogram variables. There was no statistical difference between genders and the presence of ticks, with substantial change only being noticeable in elderly dogs due to the prevalence of antibodies in the animal’s body. It is concluded that the 4DX plus test effectively detects antibodies for these infections. However, it requires direct correlation with laboratory tests, contributing significantly to the diagnosis and treatment of canine ehrlichiosis and anaplasmosis.

O extrato pirolenhoso ou vinagre de madeira, é um líquido obtido por meio da condensação da fumaça após haver a carbonização da madeira. Estudos mos-tram que seu uso pode abranger desde fins agrícolas até o tratamento de do-enças de pele, como sarna e dermatite atópica, além de ser um potencial agente antimicrobiano. No presente estudo realizou-se uma revisão de literatu-ra referente ao uso do extrato pirolenhoso como agente antifúngico entre 1977 e 2023, bem como a busca de patentes, verificando os principais produtos desenvolvidos utilizando este extrato. Mediante a necessidade de avaliar o po-tencial uso do extrato pirolenhoso e das novas tecnologias voltadas a sua pro-dução como agente fúngico, este trabalho tem o objetivo de realizar uma análi-se prospectiva utilizando artigos científicos e dados patentários que relatam de forma prática o que se há de novo em fase de elaboração ao referido material.

The subsidence that occurred in Maceió-AL, resulting from the exploitation of rock salt, led to the abandonment of many animals, increasing their vulnerability to diseases and impacting animal welfare. This study analyzed the prevalence of diseases in dogs and cats rescued by the Integra animal project between March 2021 and December 2024, examining the origin of the disease, the affected system, and the type of affliction. A total of 6134 cases were recorded, of which 5468 (89.1%) involved stray animals. Infectious diseases were the most common, affecting 43.9% of cats and 34.3% of dogs, with feline immunodeficiency virus and feline respiratory Complex predominant in cats, and ehrlichiosis in dogs. Adult animals had 2.88 times higher odds of disease than juveniles, rising to 4.25 times in seniors. Stray animals had 1.35 times higher odds than owned animals, and cats had 1.62 times higher odds than dogs. Senior dogs with owners showed higher prevalence of neoplasms (29.3%) and inflammatory conditions (24.1%), while dermatological issues, particularly ectoparasite infestations and skin infections, were common in both species. The results highlight the need for strategies in sanitary control, vaccination, and responsible pet ownership programs, as well as the inclusion of specific protocols for managing animals in environmental disaster situations, in order to minimize the impacts on animal and public health.

Uterine lithiasis is an extremely rare condition in veterinary medicine, with few documented reports. This paper describes the case of a ten-year-old mixed-breed female dog presented with apathy, abdominal distension, and vaginal discharge. Laboratory and imaging examinations indicated open pyometra associated with the presence of a foreign body. During ovariohysterectomy, two pyramidal calculi were identified in the uterine lumen, along with rupture of the uterine horns and the presence of multiple nodules. Histopathological analysis confirmed a high-grade squamous cell carcinoma, while crystallographic analysis revealed that the calculi were primarily composed of struvite (magnesium ammonium phosphate hexahydrate) and carbonate apatite (carbonated calcium phosphate). The formation of the calculi was attributed to a chronically inflamed and alkaline uterine environment, exacerbated by infection and neoplasia. This case report expands the understanding of the pathogenesis of uterine lithiasis in dogs and underscores the need for further studies to better elucidate this condition. Additionally, it highlights the importance of spaying in preventing severe uterine disorders in female dogs.

O envelhecimento pode ser definido como um processo de declínio progressivo nas funções fisiológicas de organismos vivos, sendo este associado à passagem do tempo e influenciado por fatores genéticos, ambientais e nutricionais. A Síndrome da Disfunção Cognitiva Felina (SDCF) é uma patologia neurodegenerativa relacionada a idade que causa a degeneração neuronal e a deterioração das sinapses, sendo semelhante a Doença de Alzheimer (DA) em humanos. A SDCF é caracterizada pela manifestação de alterações comportamentais, de modo especial a vocalização, além de alterações relacionadas ao aprendizado e memória, bem como diminuição no nível de consciência (resposta a estímulos) e confusão. O diagnóstico definitivo para a SDCF consiste na exclusão de outras possíveis doenças, além do exame clínico, físico, neurológico e testes laboratoriais/diagnósticos e a aplicação de um questionário de triagem cognitiva, para que doenças semelhantes sejam descartadas. Atualmente não existe cura para tal enfermidade, sendo o tratamento paliativo indicado para retardar o progresso da doença, através da suplementação vitamínica, terapia farmacológica, terapias dietéticas e de enriquecimento ambiental. Algumas semelhanças entre a SDCF e a DA podem ser encontradas incluindo a presença da proteína beta-amiloide e da proteína tau hiperfosforilada, sendo estas apontadas como possíveis desencadeadoras de tais doenças. Dessa forma, mediante a escassez de trabalhos científicos sobre a disfunção cognitiva em animais de companhia, sobretudo nos felinos domésticos, objetivou-se com o presente trabalho realizar uma revisão de literatura sobre a disfunção cognitiva em felinos domésticos, abordando desde aspectos etiológicos até seu tratamento.