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Functional respiratory morphology in the newborn quokka wallaby (Setonix brachyurus)
(WileyDepartment of Veterinary Anatomy & Physiology, University of Nairobi, KenyaInstitute of Anatomy, University of Berne, Switzerland, 2007)A morphological and morphometric study of the lung of the newborn quokka wallaby ( Setonix brachyurus ) was undertaken to assess its morphofunctional status at birth. Additionally, skin structure and morphometry ... -
Fundamental structural aspects and features in the bioengineering of the gas exchangers: comparative perspectives.
(Department of Veterinary Anatomy, University of Nairobi, 2002)Over its life, an organism's survival and success are determined by the inventory of vital adaptations that its progenitors have creatively appropriated, devised and harnessed along the evolutionary pathway. Such conserved ... -
Further observations on canine spirocercosis in Kenya
(University of Nairobi,, 1976)In a 10-year period, 39 clinical cases were presented, and of 1607 dogs examined PM, 206 had lesions. Most animals were from good homes: 45% were German Shepherds, 23% Labradors, 14% Boxers and 10% Dachshunds. Symptoms ... -
Game cropping and wildlife conservation in Kenya: A dynamic simulation model with adaptive control
(ElsevierDepartment of Land Resource Management and Agricultural Technology,, 1997-08)We use a dynamic stochastic simulation model of forage, herbivores, predators and domestic livestock in the Machakos District of Kenya to address policies related to the multiple use of rangeland resources. The particular ... -
. Game Cropping and Wildlife Conservation in Kenya: A Dynamic Simulation Model with Adaptive Control, Agricultural Systems 54 (August): 439-462
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Game Domestication For Animal Production In Kenya: An Analysis Of Growth In Oryx, Eland And Zebu Cattle
(University of Nairobi, 1981-10)Least-squares estimates of the parameters of the Bertalanffy growth equation, adjusted for six sources of variation, were obtained for oryx, eland and zebu cattle. Values for asymptotic weight were lower than the mature ... -
Game ranching in Machakos District, Kenya : an application of mathematical programming to the study of wildlife policy
(Department of Range Management, University of Nairobi, 1998)This study employed a bioeconomic, mathematical programming model to analyse ranch resources allocation among cattle and game animals, and Kenya's wildlife conservation and game harvesting policies. The objective function ... -
Gangrenous stomatitis (cancrum oris): clinical features, etiologic factors, and complications
(1997)Gangrenous stomatitis (cancrum oris) is a lesion involving the orofacial structures that is primarily seen in areas where the socioeconomic standards are low and there is poor hygiene. The general clinical features, ... -
Gas chromatographic determination of mono-, di- and trisaccharides in the Uji-flour ingredients and during Uji fermentation
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Gastrointestinal nematode infections in sheep grazing on communal land in Nyandarua District of Central Kenya in relation to deworming practices
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Gastrointestinal helminths of camels (Camelus dromedarius) in northern Kenya.
(University of NairobiCollege of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, 1995)The prevalence of gastrointestinal helminths was investigated by the examination of 255 faecal samples from different age groups and sexes of camels maintained in a communal grazing environment in northern Kenya between ... -
Gastrointestinal nematode infections in dorper lambs in a semi-arid area of Kajiado District of Kenya
(2004)A study on the prevalence of gastrointestinal nematode infections in Dorper lambs in relation to age and seasonal effects was carried out in a semi arid area of Kajiado District over a period of 2 years between November ... -
Gastrointestinal Nematodes in cattle on four farms in Nyandarua District Kenya
(University of Nairobi.Department of veterinary Pathology, microbiology & parasitology, 1992)No Abstract -
Gastrointestinal osbtruction in dogs at the veterinary clinic, Kabete.
(Department of Clinical Studies, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Nairobi, 1994)A study of postmortem examination reports of dog conditions diagnosed at the faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Nairobi, covering 16 years ( 1976-1991) revealed that intussusception was the most important cause ... -
Gastrointestinal osmolality electrolyte and organic acid composition in five species of East African herbivorous mammals.
(Department of Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology, University of Nairobi, 1980-10)Inherent differences observed in ionic composition of gastrointestinal contents due to diet, feeding regimen and (or) site along the length of the digestive tract were controlled so that a clearer understanding of ... -
Gastrointestinal Parasite Infections Of Sheep And Goats In A Semi-arid Area Of Machakos District, Kenya
(Department of Veterinary Pathology, Microbiology & Parasitology, 2004)A survey of gastrointestinal parasite and liver fluke infections of small ruminants was conducted for 18 months on two farms in Kathiani Division of Machakos District, Kenya. The effects of host species, season and age on ... -
Gastrointestinal parasites of free - ranging Colobus Monkeys ( Colobus Angolensis Palliatus ) in Kwale District, Kenya Coast
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Gastrointestinal parasites of free-ranging colobus monkeys (Colobus angolensis palliatus) in Kwale District, Kenya coast
(University of NairobiDepartment of Public Health and ToxicologyDepartment of Veterinary Pathology, Microbiology and Parasitology, University of NairobiDepartment of Clinical Studies, University of Nairobi, 2006)Approximately 2000 black and white Angolan colobus monkeys (Colobus angolensis palliatus) remain in Kwale District, Southern Kenya. They are threatened by deforestation due to private development countrywide. Primates can ...