V3 / ADF FAIXOVÁ, Zita [40 %] - LYNG, Cecilie [10 %] - FAIXOVÁ, Dominika [40 %] - SZABÓOVÁ, Renáta [10 %]. Serum biochemistry and haematology alterations in sled dogs before and after a race. In Folia veterinaria. ISSN 0015-5748, 2024, roč. 68, č. 3, s. 21-29.

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OCA1. Surname awarded to the assessed person	Faixová
OCA2. Name awarded to the assessed person	Zita
OCA3. Degrees awarded to the assessed person	Prof. , DVM, PhD, MPH
OCA4. Hyperlink to the entry of the person in the Register of university staff	https://www.portalvs.sk/regzam/detail/6015
OCA5. Area of assessment	study programme animal science · I. degree
OCA6. Category of the research/artistic/other output	scientific output
OCA7. Year of publication of the research/artistic/other output	2024
OCA8. ID of the record in the Central Registry of Publication Activity (CRPA) or the Central Registry of Artistic Activity (CRAA)	1226586
OCA9. Hyperlink to the record in CRPA or CRAA	https://app.crepc.sk/?fn=detailBiblioForm&sid=7E4A807172B6E375077163527484
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OCA10. Hyperlink to the record in another publicly accessible register, catalogue of research/ artistic/other outputs	.
OCA11. Characteristics of the output in the format of the CRPA or the CRAA bibliographic record, if the output is not available in a publicly accessible register or catalogue of outputs	V3 / ADF FAIXOVÁ, Zita [40 %] - LYNG, Cecilie [10 %] - FAIXOVÁ, Dominika [40 %] - SZABÓOVÁ, Renáta [10 %]. Serum biochemistry and haematology alterations in sled dogs before and after a race. In Folia veterinaria. ISSN 0015-5748, 2024, roč. 68, č. 3, s. 21-29.
OCA12. Type of the output (if the output is not registered in CRPA or CRAA)	article
OCA13. Hyperlink to the webpage where the output is available (full text, other documentation, etc.)	.
OCA14. Characteristics of the author's contribution	ZF is the first author of the article. She prepared the experimental protocol and funded the entire experiment. participated in the writing and finalization of the article.
OCA15. Annotation of the output with contextual information concerning the description of creative process and the content of the research/artistic/other activity, etc.	Long-distance sled dog racing is a popular sport in Europe and America, rooted in Arctic traditional transportation and hunting. Sled dogs, renowned for their great endurance, can cover several hundred kilometres over a few days. Successful and healthy dog sledding necessitates the following key elements: well-fed dogs, well-trained dogs, and good equipment. The most common breed used in sled dog racing, Alaska Huskies, are chosen because of their physique, great work diligence, and determined mindset. Their ability to withstand the rigors of intense activity has previously been studied through behavioural observation, physical examinations, and blood analysis. By running blood before and after a race, researchers have found that long-distance racing causes alterations in serum biochemistry and haematology in sled dogs. We have evaluated serum chemistry and haematology alterations in dogs before and after completing a 300 km race in Norway. Changes were observed in haematology and serum chemistry between pre- and post-race blood sampling. Significant increases were observed in the white blood cell count, haemoglobin in blood and creatine phosphokine activity in serum (CK), and significant decreases were seen in the electrolytes (e.g., chlorides, potassium), cholesterol levels, liver (e.g., alkaline phosphatase) and pancreatic enzymes (α-amylase, lipase), and total red blood cell count. Several other parameters were measured, and resulted in insignificant changes.
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OCA16. Annotation of the output in English	Long-distance sled dogs are known for their great endurance and ability to run several hundred kilometres over the course of a few days. There are several factors to consider when selecting a team of high-performing sled dogs, including their physique, body score condition, appetite, paws, and ability to adapt to unknown environments and situations. The most common breed used in sled dog racing, Alaska Huskies, are known for their great work diligence, and determined mindset. It has previously been researched how well these dogs endure such intense physical activity using observation of behavioural patterns, physical examinations, and the analysis of alterations in blood parameters. This study aimed to evaluate serum chemistry and haematology alterations in dogs before and after completing a 300 km race in Norway. Changes were observed in haematology and serum chemistry between pre- and post-race blood sampling. Significant increases were observed in the white blood cell count, haemoglobin in blood and creatine phosphokinase activity in serum (CK), and significant decreases were seen in the electrolytes (e.g., chlorides, potassium), cholesterol levels, liver (e.g., alkaline phosphatase) and pancreatic enzymes (α-amylase, lipase), and total red blood cell count. Several other parameters were measured, and resulted in insignificant changes. Our results indicated that long-distance racing, in fact, has an impact on the physiology of the dog, influencing muscular system, the gastrointestinal tract, electrolyte balance and haematopoiesis among others.
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OCA18. Characteristics of the output's impact on socio-economic practice	The results of this study expand the knowledge about the physiological changes that occur in sled dogs after racing. With further research conducted in racing environments, it will be possible to further develop the animal welfare of dogs participating in such activities.
OCA19. Characteristics of the output and related activities' impact on the educational process	The results of the study are primarily used in the pedagogical process, solving final theses, but also in scientific research activities.