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Epidemiological study of gastrointestinal helminths among dogs from Northeastern Nigeria: a potential public health concern
Understanding the epidemiology of canine parasitic infections, gastrointestinal helminthic infections in particular, is crucial for designing an...
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Efficacy of fluralaner chewable tablets (Bravecto®) against Asian longhorned tick (Haemaphysalis longicornis) infestations of dogs
BackgroundThe parthenogenic reproductive ability of Haemaphysalis longicornis , facilitating quick life cycle completion and rapid geographic spread...
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Analysis of Genetic Diversity of cytb gene from Babesia gibsoni Isolates from Naturally Infected Dogs in Karnataka, India
PurposeThe study aimed to investigate genetic diversity in Babesia gibsoni , the causative agent of canine babesiosis, and to assess the presence of...
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Efficacy of afoxolaner (NexGard®) against natural infestations with Trichodectes canis in dogs under field conditions
BackgroundTrichodectes canis is a small chewing louse found globally that primarily infests dogs. Limited information is available on the efficacy...
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Long-term evaluation of viability of microfilariae and intravenously transplanted adult Dirofilaria immitis in microfilaremic dogs treated with low-dose, short- and long-treatment regimens of doxycycline and ivermectin
BackgroundMicrofilarial (mf) counts were monitored over 21.3 months for any rebound that might occur in counts, and adulticidal efficacy was assessed...
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Full genotype characterization of Brazilian canine G3P[3] strains during a 10-year survey (2012–2021) of rotavirus infection in domestic dogs and cats
There is a dearth of information on the molecular epidemiology of rotaviruses in pets in Brazil. The aim of this study was to monitor rotavirus...
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First evidence of vertical Hepatozoon canis transmission in dogs in Europe
BackgroundHepatozoon canis is a protozoal agent that is known to be transmitted by oral uptake of H. canis -infected Rhipicephalus sanguineus sensu...
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Evaluation of Seroprevalence and Risk Factors of Heartworm Infection for Dogs in Rio de Janeiro with Access to Veterinary Care
Heartworm infection is a chronic disease with clinical signs and effects ranging from an asymptomatic condition to severe disease and death. The...
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Canine nematode and Giardia spp. infections in dogs in Edmonton, Alberta, the “CANIDA” study
BackgroundCanine intestinal parasite prevalence may be influenced by geographical region, age, and health status of the dog. Behaviors such as...
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High Asymptomatic Cases of Babesiosis in Dogs and Comparison of Diagnostic Performance of Conventional PCR vs Blood Smears
PurposeBabesiosis is one of the most important globally extended and quickly spreading tick-borne infections of dogs. Diagnosis of babesiosis in Sri...
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Leishmania infantum infection serosurveillance in stray dogs inhabiting the Madrid community: 2007–2018
BackgroundLeishmaniosis is an endemic zoonotic disease in the Mediterranean basin caused by Leishmania infantum and transmitted by phlebotomine...
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Dogs and People: Providing Veterinary Services to Remote Arctic Communities
The relationship between dogs and people in the Circumpolar North is old and has evolved over time. Dogs in northern North America were historically...
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An experimental challenge model for Leishmania donovani in beagle dogs, showing a similar pattern of parasite burden in the peripheral blood and liver
Leishmania donovani and Leishmania infantum are closely related species. However, the former is considered the causative agent for anthroponotic...
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First report of canine Astrovirus and Sapovirus in Greece, hosting both asymptomatic and gastroenteritis symptomatic dogs
BackgroundAstrovirus, Norovirus and Sapovirus are widely distributed viruses in humans and animals worldwide. They have frequently been associated...
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Comparative pathogenicity of drug-resistant and drug-sensitive Trypanosoma brucei and Trypanosoma congolense infections in Nigerian local dogs
Animal trypanosomosis is an important endemic and wasting disease in sub-Saharan Africa. Its control relies on chemotherapy, and resistance to...
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Infection and seroprevalence of Borrelia persica in domestic cats and dogs in Israel
BackgroundRelapsing fever borreliosis is an infectious disease caused by bacteria of the genus Borrelia, inflicting recurrent episodes of fever and...
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Screening and phylogenetic characterization of tick-borne pathogens in a population of dogs and associated ticks in Egypt
BackgroundThe incidence or recurrence of tick-borne diseases (TBDs) in animals and humans is increasing rapidly worldwide, but there is insufficient...
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Dogs and Transmission of Infection to Man, “Respected Member of the Family?”
Many reviews on dog zoonoses address long-lasting lists of zoonotic infections, either observed worldwide or very specifically only in certain...
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Molecular detection of pathogens from ticks collected from dogs and cats at veterinary clinics in Finland
BackgroundTicks carry microbes, some of which are pathogenic for humans and animals. To assess this One Health challenge, 342 ticks were collected...
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Immunological and genomic characterization of Ibizan Hound dogs in an endemic Leishmania infantum region
BackgroundThe Ibizan Hound is a canine breed native to the Mediterranean region, where leishmaniosis is an endemic zoonosis. Several studies indicate...
