Overview
Veterinary extension education refers to the systematic transfer of veterinary knowledge, research findings, and practical management strategies from academic and research institutions to livestock owners, farmers, and animal health practitioners in the field. Research published in Veterinary Healthcare on this topic addresses critical knowledge gaps in disease control and livestock management across diverse settings. Studies have examined practical interventions for cattle tick infestations in Nigeria, evaluating how different acaricide application methods, hand-picking frequencies, and herd mobility patterns influence parasite control outcomes among pastoral communities. Additional work has investigated contagious bovine pleuropneumonia in Sudan, a devastating respiratory disease requiring coordinated surveillance and farmer education for effective management. Research on antimicrobial resistance in avian pathogenic Escherichia coli from broiler chickens highlights the need for extension programs that communicate proper antibiotic stewardship to poultry producers. The journal has also published diagnostic and prognostic studies on canine tumors, including mammary papillary tumors and periosteal osteosarcoma, which inform veterinary practitioners about disease recognition and treatment planning. These contributions underscore the importance of translating clinical and epidemiological research into accessible guidance that improves animal health outcomes, enhances food security, and supports sustainable livestock production systems.
Research published in this journal
5 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.
How this research is being cited
The 5 articles above have been cited 4 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.
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2024 · Open Journal of Veterinary Medicine
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2024 · Open Journal of Veterinary Medicine
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2018 · Revista Mvz Córdoba
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2017 · Journal of Veterinary Healthcare
A sample of recent works citing this journal's research on Veterinary Extension Education, linking to each citing work.