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Parasitology
Jairo Alfonso Mendoza-Roldan, Giovanni Benelli, Marcos Antonio Bezerra-Santos, Viet-Linh Nguyen, Giuseppe Conte, Roberta Iatta, Tommaso Furlanello, Domenico Otranto
Summary: This study assessed the prevalence and distribution of tick-borne pathogens in clinically suspect dogs from three macro areas in Italy over a 15-year period. The results showed high seroprevalence and wide distribution of the four key pathogens, advocating for integrative control strategies for their prevention.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2021)
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Veterinary Sciences
Lorenza Urbani, Alessandro Tirolo, Andrea Balboni, Roberta Troia, Francesco Dondi, Mara Battilani
Summary: This report describes the concomitant infection of CPV-2, H. canis, and E. canis in two puppy dogs from Southern Italy. Multiple diagnostic methods were used to confirm the infection, and it was found that CPV-2 belonged to the 2c variant and that H. canis and E. canis preferred to infect the same cells. It is important to carefully evaluate the movement of puppies from areas where vector-borne pathogens are endemic and to adopt appropriate preventive measures.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2022)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Ingo Schaefer, Axel Peukert, Katharina Kerner, Elisabeth Mueller
Summary: Bacterial, protozoal, and viral vector-borne pathogens (VBPs) can cause infections in cats. There is little information on feline VBP prevalence in Germany. Stray cats are frequently exposed to vectors but receive no veterinary care. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of selected VBPs in stray cats. Overall, 11/50 (22%) and 32/50 (64%) cats tested positive for at least one VBP by direct and indirect detection methods, respectively.
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Microbiology
Isabella Gruenberger, Amelie-Victoria Liebich, Temitayo Olabisi Ajibade, Oluwasola Olaiya Obebe, Nkiruka Fortunate Ogbonna, Licha N. N. Wortha, Maria S. S. Unterkoefler, Hans-Peter Fuehrer, Adekunle Bamidele Ayinmode
Summary: This study investigated the blood samples of 150 owned guard dogs in the southwest of Nigeria and found that 12% of samples tested positive for at least one pathogen. The prevalence of vector-borne pathogens in these dogs was lower than previous studies, possibly due to regular monitoring and treatment at veterinary clinics.
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Microbiology
Anastasia Diakou, Dimitra Sofroniou, Barbara Paoletti, Androniki Tamvakis, Stanislav Kolencik, Dimitris Dimzas, Simone Morelli, Marika Grillini, Donato Traversa
Summary: Ticks and fleas in dogs and cats from Cyprus were investigated in this study, and vector-borne pathogens were detected in these ectoparasites. The results emphasize the importance of systematic ectoparasite control in dogs and cats.
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Parasitology
Abdelfattah Selim, Abdullah D. Alanazi, Alireza Sazmand, Domenico Otranto
Summary: This study investigated the prevalence of canine vector-borne diseases in Egypt, finding that 18.2% of dogs were seropositive for at least one pathogen, with Ehrlichia spp. being the most common. Risk factors included living outdoors, female sex, German Shepherd breed, tick infestation, irregular sanitation, and not using ectoparasiticides. Effective ectoparasite control strategies and regular examination of pet dogs are recommended to prevent zoonotic transmission.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2021)
Article
Microbiology
Simone Morelli, Francesca Gori, Mariasole Colombo, Donato Traversa, Giulia Sarrocco, Giulia Simonato, Chiara Nespeca, Angela Di Cesare, Antonio Frangipane di Regalbono, Fabrizia Veronesi, Ilaria Russi, Manuela Schnyder
Summary: The study revealed a risk of simultaneous infection with Angiostrongylus vasorum and major canine Vector-Borne Pathogens (VBPs) in dog populations in Italy. The occurrence of concurrent infections is significant and further research is needed to enhance control strategies.
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Parasitology
Giovanni Sgroi, Francesco Buono, Roberta Iatta, Melissa Beall, Ramaswamy Chandrashekar, Jesse Buch, Diego Piantedosi, Vincenzo Veneziano, Domenico Otranto
Summary: Hunting dogs in rural areas of southern Italy are commonly exposed to vector-borne pathogens. A study found a high prevalence of various pathogens, with Ehrlichia spp. and Acanthocheilonema reconditum being the most common. Serological and molecular methods were effective in detecting these infections, and there was high concordance among different diagnostic tools.
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Veterinary Sciences
Elton J. R. Vasconcelos, Chayan Roy, Joseph A. Geiger, Kristina M. Oney, Melody Koo, Songyang Ren, Brian B. Oakley, Pedro Paulo V. P. Diniz
Summary: The study introduces a method for genetic characterization of VBPs using NGS and computational approaches, showing its effectiveness in detecting multiple pathogens in a single sample. This approach has the potential to expand the molecular diagnostic toolbox in veterinary and human medicine and provide significant improvements in VBP diagnostics.
BMC VETERINARY RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Parasitology
Eric P. Caragata, Heverton L. C. Dutra, Pedro H. F. Sucupira, Alvaro G. A. Ferreira, Luciano A. Moreira
Summary: The review discusses the strategy of controlling arbovirus transmission by exploiting the Wolbachia-mosquito relationship, which has led to significant decreases in dengue virus incidence through releasing Wolbachia-infected mosquitoes. It also mentions that external factors can modulate Wolbachia density and transmission.
TRENDS IN PARASITOLOGY
(2021)
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Veterinary Sciences
Aitor Cevidanes, Sophia Di Cataldo, Catalina Munoz-San Martin, Maria Stefania Latrofa, Claudia Hernandez, Pedro E. Cattan, Domenico Otranto, Javier Millan
Summary: The co-occurrence of canine vector-borne pathogens was investigated in rural dogs in Chile. Most dogs tested positive for at least one pathogen, with Anaplasma platys being the most common. Coinfection was found in 34% of the dogs, with Candidatus Mycoplasma haematoparvum and Mycoplasma haemocanis being the most prevalent in these cases. Adult dogs were more likely to be co-infected and showed higher blood cell counts compared to non-co-infected dogs.
VETERINARY RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Parasitology
Corinna M. Hazelrig, Jenna R. Gettings, Christopher A. Cleveland, Andrea Varela-Stokes, Ania A. Majewska, Kris Hubbard, K. Wade Burton, Michael J. Yabsley
Summary: This study analyzed the geographical distribution, risk factors, and co-infections associated with vector-borne pathogens in shelter dogs in the Eastern United States. The results showed regional variations in the prevalence of different pathogens, with the Southeast having the highest prevalence of Dirofilaria immitis and Ehrlichia spp., and the Northeast having the highest prevalence of Borrelia burgdorferi and Anaplasma spp. Location and breed group were significant risk factors for infection.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Fangyuan Yin, Chuanjiang Guo, Dong Li, Zhuojia Tian, Facai Li
Summary: The study investigated the prevalence and genetic characteristics of vector-borne pathogens in dogs in China, finding that Hepatozoon canis was the main pathogen identified. This information is crucial for developing effective control measures against canine vector-borne diseases.
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Microbiology
Abdullah D. Alanazi, Abdulaziz S. Alouffi, Mohamed S. Alyousif, Mohammad Y. Alshahrani, Hend H. A. M. Abdullah, Sobhy Abdel-Shafy, Nichola Eliza Davies Calvani, Maryam Ansari-Lari, Alireza Sazmand, Domenico Otranto
Summary: The study found that free-roaming dogs and cats in Saudi Arabia serve as reservoirs for various vector-borne pathogens, with a higher prevalence in Asir. These results highlight the importance of implementing effective control strategies and raising public awareness to minimize animal infections.
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Flora Alfano, Gianvito Lanave, Maria Gabriella Lucibelli, Gianluca Miletti, Nicola D'Alessio, Amalia Gallo, Clementina Auriemma, Maria Grazia Amoroso, Maria Stella Lucente, Esterina De Carlo, Vito Martella, Nicola Decaro, Giovanna Fusco
Summary: This study investigated the circulation of canine distemper virus (CDV) in dogs in Southern Italy from 2014 to 2021. The results showed a reduction in CDV circulation, with a higher detection rate in imported dogs. The study emphasizes the effectiveness of preventive strategies for local dogs and the importance of continuous surveillance and strict control on dog importation.