ANIMAL GENETICS  

Breed-associated variations in the sequence of the pig 3ß-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase gene

R.-A. Cue, S. I. Nicolau-Solano, J. D. McGivan, J. D. Wood, and O. Doran
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 571-576. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Haplotype analysis of the DQA genes in sheep: Evidence supporting recombination between the loci

J. G. H. Hickford, H. Zhou, and Q. Fang
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 577-582. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Effects of breed, sex, and halothane genotype on fatty acid composition of pork longissimus muscle

S. Zhang, T. J. Knight, K. J. Stalder, R. N. Goodwin, S. M. Lonergan, and D. C. Beitz
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 583-591. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] Erratum  

Association analyses between the prion protein locus and reproductive and lamb weight traits in Ripollesa sheep

J. Casellas, G. Caja, R. Bach, O. Francino, and J. Piedrafita
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 592-597. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Mutations in BMPR-IB and BMP-15 genes are associated with litter size in Small Tailed Han sheep (Ovis aries)

M. X. Chu, Z. H. Liu, C. L. Jiao, Y. Q. He, L. Fang, S. C. Ye, G. H. Chen, and J. Y. Wang
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 598-603. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

The CHRNE 470del20 mutation causing congenital myasthenic syndrome in South African Brahman cattle: Prevalence, origin, and association with performance traits

P. N. Thompson, J. H. J. van der Werf, J. A. P. Heesterbeek, and J. A. M. van Arendonk
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 604-609. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Quantitative Genetics 

Weaning weight inheritance in environments classified by maternal body weight change

S. E. Speidel, R. M. Enns, and D. J. Garrick
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 610-617. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Analysis of litter size and days to lambing in the Ripollesa ewe. I. Comparison of models with linear and threshold approaches

J. Casellas, G. Caja, A. Ferret, and J. Piedrafita
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 618-624. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Analysis of litter size and days to lambing in the Ripollesa ewe. II. Estimation of variance components and response to phenotypic selection on litter size

J. Casellas, G. Caja, A. Ferret, and J. Piedrafita
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 625-631. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Associations of polymorphisms of the ovine prion protein gene with growth, carcass, and computerized tomography traits in Scottish Blackface lambs

R. M. Sawalha, S. Brotherstone, W. Y. N. Man, J. Conington, L. Bünger, G. Simm, and B. Villanueva
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 632-640. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Combining genetic test information and correlated phenotypic records for breeding value estimation

M. L. Spangler, J. K. Bertrand, and R. Rekaya
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 641-649. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Maternal effects on docility in Limousin cattle

D. W. Beckman, R. M. Enns, S. E. Speidel, B. W. Brigham, and D. J. Garrick
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 650-657. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Renewed selection for heat loss in mice: Direct responses and correlated responses in feed intake, body weight, litter size, and conception rate

J. M. McDonald and M. K. Nielsen
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 658-666. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

ANIMAL GROWTH, PHYSIOLOGY, AND REPRODUCTION  

Relationship between bone strength and dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry measurements in pigs

D. H. Nielsen, F. J. McEvoy, M. T. Madsen, J. B. Jensen, and E. Svalastoga
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 667-672. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Effects of added fermentable carbohydrates in the diet on intestinal proinflammatory cytokine-specific mRNA content in weaning piglets

S. Pié, A. Awati, S. Vida, I. Falluel, B. A. Williams, and I. P. Oswald
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 673-683. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Physiology, Endocrinology, and Reproduction 

Relationship between size of the ovulatory follicle and pregnancy success in beef heifers

G. A. Perry, M. F. Smith, A. J. Roberts, M. D. MacNeil, and T. W. Geary
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 684-689. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Effect of dietary carbohydrate and monensin on expression of gluconeogenic enzymes in liver of transition dairy cows

E. L. Karcher, M. M. Pickett, G. A. Varga, and S. S. Donkin
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 690-699. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

ANIMAL NUTRITION  

The effect of feeding low-phytate barley-soybean meal diets differing in protein content to growing pigs on the excretion of phosphorus and nitrogen

J. K. Htoo, W. C. Sauer, Y. Zhang, M. Cervantes, S. F. Liao, B. A. Araiza, A. Morales, and N. Torrentera
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 700-705. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Ruminant Nutrition 

Effects of dietary n-6:n-3 fatty acid ratio on feed intake, digestibility, and fatty acid profiles of the ruminal contents, liver, and muscle of growing lambs

S. C. Kim, A. T. Adesogan, L. Badinga, and C. R. Staples
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 706-716. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Effects of postpartum dietary fat and body condition score at parturition on plasma, adipose tissue, and milk fatty acid composition of lactating beef cows

S. L. Lake, T. R. Weston, E. J. Scholljegerdes, C. M. Murrieta, B. M. Alexander, D. C. Rule, G. E. Moss, and B. W. Hess
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 717-730. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Supplemental methionine and urea for gestating beef cows consuming low quality forage diets

R. C. Waterman, C. A. Löest, W. D. Bryant, and M. K. Petersen
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 731-736. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

ANIMAL PRODUCTS  

Effect of supplemental iron on finishing swine performance, carcass characteristics, and pork quality during retail display

J. K. Apple, W. A. Wallis-Phelps, C. V. Maxwell, L. K. Rakes, J. T. Sawyer, S. Hutchison, and T. M. Fakler
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 737-745. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Could the pale, soft, and exudative condition be explained by distinctive histological characteristics?

M. Franck, P. Figwer, C. Godfraind, M. T. Poirel, A. Khazzaha, and M. M. Ruchoux
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 746-753. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Tasco supplementation: Effects on carcass characteristics, sensory attributes, and retail display shelf-life

K. W. Braden, J. R. Blanton, Jr., J. L. Montgomery, E. van Santen, V. G. Allen, and M. F. Miller
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 754-768. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Compensatory growth response in pigs: Effects on growth performance, composition of weight gain at carcass and muscle levels, and meat quality

A. Heyer and B. Lebret
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 769-778. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

ANIMAL PRODUCTION  

Acclimation to high ambient temperature in Large White and Caribbean Creole growing pigs

D. Renaudeau, E. Huc, and J. Noblet
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 779-790. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Effects of crystalline amino acid supplementation to the diet on odor from pig manure

P. D. Le, A. J. A. Aarnink, A. W. Jongbloed, C. M. C. van der Peet Schwering, N. W. M. Ogink, and M. W. A. Verstegen
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 791-801. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Feedstuff Evaluation 

Effects of a dietary Aspergillus oryzae extract containing -amylase activity on performance and carcass characteristics of finishing beef cattle

J. M. Tricarico, M. D. Abney, M. L. Galyean, J. D. Rivera, K. C. Hanson, K. R. McLeod, and D. L. Harmon
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 802-811. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Management 

Effect of manganese supplementation and source on carcass traits, meat quality, and lipid oxidation in broilers

L. Lu, X. G. Luo, C. Ji, B. Liu, and S. X. Yu
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 812-822. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

BOARD-INVITED REVIEW: Recent advances in management of highly stressed, newly received feedlot cattle

G. C. Duff and M. L. Galyean
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 823-840. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Effects of dam nutrition on growth and reproductive performance of heifer calves

J. L. Martin, K. A. Vonnahme, D. C. Adams, G. P. Lardy, and R. N. Funston
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 841-847. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Conception rates to artificial insemination in primiparous, suckled cows exposed to the biostimulatory effect of bulls before and during a gonadotropin-releasing hormone-based estrus synchronization protocol

J. G. Berardinelli, P. S. Joshi, and S. A. Tauck
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 848-852. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Effect of system of feeding and watering on performance of lactating sows

J. J. Peng, S. A. Somes, and D. W. Rozeboom
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 853-860. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Anthelmintic and nutritional effects of heather supplementation on Cashmere goats grazing perennial ryegrass-white clover pastures

K. Osoro, A. Mateos-Sanz, P. Frutos, U. García, L. M. Ortega-Mora, L. M. M. Ferreira, R. Celaya, and I. Ferre
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 861-870. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Effects of tribasic copper chloride versus copper sulfate provided in corn-and molasses-based supplements on forage intake and copper status of beef heifers

J. D. Arthington and J. W. Spears
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 871-876. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

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