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Acute phase proteins response in hunting dogs
Stefania Casella1, Francesco Fazio, Carmelo Russo
11Francesco Fazio, Department of Veterinary Science, Polo Universitario Annunziata, University of Messina, 98168, Messina, Italy. francesco.fazio@unime.it.
Summary
Hunting exercise significantly elevates acute phase proteins like haptoglobin (Hp), serum amyloid A (SAA), and C-reactive protein (CRP) in dogs. These biomarkers indicate physiological stress responses following strenuous activity.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Animal Physiology
- Biomarker Discovery
Background:
- Acute phase proteins (APPs) are crucial indicators of physiological stress and inflammation in animals.
- Understanding stress responses in working dogs is vital for their health and performance.
- Haptoglobin (Hp), serum amyloid A (SAA), and C-reactive protein (CRP) are key APPs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the impact of hunting exercise on specific acute phase proteins and white blood cell counts in dogs.
- To identify reliable biomarkers for assessing hunting-related stress in canine athletes.
Main Methods:
- Twenty dogs were divided into a control group (no exercise) and an experimental group (3-hour hunting exercise).
- Blood samples were collected at baseline (T0), immediately post-exercise (T1), and after 1-hour recovery (T2).
- Concentrations of Hp, SAA, CRP, and white blood cells (WBC) were measured using standard laboratory techniques.
Main Results:
- A significant increase in Hp, SAA, and CRP levels was observed in dogs after hunting exercise (Group B) compared to the control group (Group A).
- These elevated APP levels showed a subsequent decline during the recovery period.
- No specific mention of WBC changes in the abstract, focus on APP.
Conclusions:
- Hp, SAA, and CRP are validated as easily measurable biomarkers for hunting-related stress in dogs.
- These findings provide a basis for monitoring the physiological impact of strenuous activity on working dogs.
- Further research is recommended to explore other acute phase proteins and their response dynamics.
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