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May 1998 in “Acta agriculturæ Scandinavica. Section A, Animal science”
This study observed that pelage development in male bluefoxes born in early June was more synchronized than those born in early May, with differences likely influenced by melatonin levels.
In this study, supplementing low-protein diets with 0.75% methionine maintained growth performance, improved fur quality, enhanced nutrient utilization, and supported intestinal microbiota balance in bluefoxes, with significant results on several biochemical parameters and nutrient digestibility observed.
January 2005 in “Jukuri (Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke))”
This study found that lower dietary protein with supplemented methionine allowed bluefoxes to grow normally and produce high-quality pelts while reducing feed costs and environmental phosphorus and nitrogen loads.
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February 1992 in “Journal of veterinary medicine. Series A”
This study found that an adult female farm-raised bluefox exhibited an abnormal hair growth cycle and seasonal estradiol variation, with a delayed winter coat cycle resulting in spring shedding.
Selenium sulfide shampoo helped with a sore scalp but may cause hair root damage. Users experienced hair loss with selenium sulfide and ketoconazole, suggesting reducing use if hair loss occurs.