Animal models, expertise, diagnostics and training

Improving, maintaining and protecting the health of pigs is a top priority for farmers, producer organizations, feed producers and pharmaceutical companies. However, despite all efforts, managing disease risk remains a challenge. Royal GD offers a unique combination of expertise, diagnostics and challenge models to help in understanding pig health. Our scientists have decades of experience in studying pathogens like E. coli, PRRSv, Influenza and Streptococcus suis. Our laboratory and animal facilities allow for screening of large numbers of samples as well as in depth studies on the efficacy and safety of feed additives or pharmaceutical products. Contact us today to learn how we can help you in understanding pig health.

Studies and animal models

Our multidisciplinary teams are qualified and experienced in conducting a wide range of studies in accordance with international standards, including efficacy studies, safety studies, field studies, marketing studies and clinical trials. We can contribute to all phases of the research - from project proposal to the delivery of the final report. We offer the following animal models:

• Brachyspira hyodysenteriae model resulting in clinical signs of Brachyspira hyodysenteriae
• E. coli post weaning diarrhea model
• Swine Influenza model
• Streptococcus suis serotype 9 model: this involves a carrier model and a clinical model

Our facilities

Diagnostics for diarrhea in pigs

We offer a wide range of laboratory services. For diarrhea in pigs we have the following laboratory tests available.

All swine products