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Parasitology
Sarah Sweet, Evan Hegarty, Donald J. McCrann, Michael Coyne, Dave Kincaid, Donald Szlosek
Summary: Canine life stage plays a key role in parasite prevalence, with puppies more susceptible to infections. The study found that puppies aged 2-6 months had the highest proportion of positive results, and Giardia had the highest positivity in dogs from Georgia.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2021)
Article
Parasitology
Yoko Nagamori, Ruth Hall Sedlak, Andrew DeRosa, Aleah Pullins, Travis Cree, Michael Loenser, Benjamin S. Larson, Richard Boyd Smith, Cory Penn, Richard Goldstein
Summary: The study evaluated the performance of the VETSCAN IMAGYST system in detecting parasites in cats and dogs, showing good sensitivity and specificity compared to conventional methods. The VETSCAN IMAGYST system is expected to improve over time and be utilized in veterinary clinics for accurate and efficient fecal examinations.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2021)
Article
Immunology
Chi Sun Yun, Bo-Youn Moon, Kichan Lee, Su Min Kang, Bok-Kyung Ku, Mi-Hye Hwang
Summary: This study aimed to detect and identify subspecies of gastrointestinal protozoa parasites in cats from South Korea. The results showed a high rate of infection with cat-specific Cryptosporidium and Cystoisospora, which are associated with living conditions and diarrhea symptoms in South Korean cats. Zoonotic and other animal-specific subtype of protozoan parasites have also been detected in cat feces.
FRONTIERS IN CELLULAR AND INFECTION MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Tu Nguyen, Nicholas Clark, Malcolm K. Jones, Aaron Herndon, John Mallyon, Ricardo J. Soares Magalhaes, Swaid Abdullah
Summary: The study revealed that perceptions of pet owners towards zoonotic canine parasites vary demographically, with female dog owners, owners with more than 10 years of experience, and those who regularly deworm and report feces disposal showing a higher awareness of the severity of parasitic diseases in their pets. Increased frequency of veterinary clinic visits was also found to enhance the likelihood of owners performing actions related to worm control, fecal disposal, and safe feeding practices.
Article
Parasitology
Luca Massetti, Anke Wiethoelter, Phillip McDonagh, Louise Rae, Lara Marwedel, Frederic Beugnet, Vito Colella, Rebecca J. Traub
Summary: This study reveals a high rate of contamination with canine soil-transmitted helminths (cSTHs) in dog parks in urban Australia, with hookworms being the most prevalent parasites followed by Trichuris spp. and Strongyloides spp. These findings highlight the potential health risks associated with cSTHs for both dogs and humans, emphasizing the need for preventive measures and responsible pet ownership awareness programs.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL FOR PARASITOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Heidi A. A. Geisshirt, Charlotte S. S. Bonde, Caroline Marcussen, Helena Mejer, Andrew R. R. Williams
Summary: Bioactive dietary additives such as seaweed extracts could be a new therapy for controlling canine hookworm infection.
Article
Microbiology
Anne-Sophie Boucard, Myriam Thomas, Wilfried Lebon, Bruno Polack, Isabelle Florent, Philippe Langella, Luis G. Bermudez-Humaran
Summary: This study monitored naturally Giardia intestinalis-infected puppies for 3 months, revealing that the infection is associated with changes in the gut microbiota structure, immune health markers, and the establishment of chronic low-grade inflammation in the puppies. Further research is needed to determine if these alterations in the canine gut microbiota could lead to the development of dysbiosis-related diseases such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
Article
Parasitology
Caixia Dong, Ziye Liu, Xiaolin Li
Summary: Our Giardia chemiluminescence assay (GCA) detected Giardia antigens in a dose-dependent manner with a detection limit of 0.46 ng/mL and a signal-to-baseline ratio of 475. In a study using 30 clinic collected canine stool samples, the GCA showed a sensitivity of 93.8% and a specificity of 92.9% compared to the standard Giardia II ELISA. Additionally, the GCA displayed higher signal-to-baseline ratios and equal or higher antigen titers compared to a colorimetric ELISA in a study of 16 Giardia positive samples.
VETERINARY PARASITOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Veterinary Sciences
Maimaiti Tuniyazi, Xiaoyu Hu, Yunhe Fu, Naisheng Zhang
Summary: Fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is a promising therapeutic approach for canine gastrointestinal disorders. However, safety concerns and lack of understanding regarding its therapeutic mechanisms hinder its wider application. This paper describes the current application and efficacy of canine FMT, and discusses possible mechanisms and future prospects for its improvement.
VETERINARY SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Kensuke Mori, Melanie Rock, Gavin McCormack, Stefano Liccioli, Dimitri Giunchi, Danielle Marceau, Emmanuel Stefanakis, Alessandro Massolo
Summary: Contamination of public parks by dog feces can cause conflicts among park users and pose health risks. Our study analyzed the distribution of dog feces in urban parks and found off-leash parks to be more contaminated. We estimated that 127.23 g/ha of dog feces are left unpicked in city parks every week.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Doina Solis, Magaly Toro, Paola Navarrete, Patricio Faundez, Angelica Reyes-Jara
Summary: The study compares the microbiological quality of raw meat-based diets (RMBDs) and extruded diets, and finds that RMBDs may increase the risk of zoonotic pathogen infection. The survey also reveals dog owners' lack of awareness or underestimation of the risks associated with RMBDs.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Parasitology
Darcy Visscher, Emilie Porter, Sarah Sweet, Donald Szlosek, Stephanie Horr
Summary: This study evaluated fecal test results using zinc sulfate flotation by centrifugation combined with coproantigen testing in owned dogs visiting dog parks in Western Canada. The results showed that the combination of fecal flotation centrifugation and coproantigen testing improves sensitivity and detects more positive samples.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2022)
Article
Parasitology
Jason Drake, Sarah Sweet, Kingsley Baxendale, Evan Hegarty, Stephanie Horr, Hanne Friis, Troy Goddu, William G. Ryan, Georg von Samson-Himmelstjerna
Summary: This study investigates the prevalence of intestinal parasite infections in dogs in Western Europe, finding a high rate of infection with hookworms, whipworms, ascarids, and Giardia. Giardia was the most commonly identified parasite, with the highest infection rate among dogs under one year old. Combining coproantigen immunoassay with centrifugal flotation for diagnostic testing and regular anthelmintic treatment are crucial for controlling intestinal parasite infections.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2022)
Review
Veterinary Sciences
Kerong Li, Jie Yang, Xiaoxiao Zhou, Huan Wang, Yuxin Ren, Yunchuan Huang, Haifeng Liu, Zhijun Zhong, Guangneng Peng, Chengli Zheng, Ziyao Zhou
Summary: Fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is a potential alternative treatment to antibiotics, and its effective components include commensal bacteria, viruses, fungi, bacterial metabolites, and immunoglobulin A (IgA). These components help restore the recipient's microbial community, improve intestinal barrier, and induce anti-inflammation by affecting microbiota and regulating host immunity.
VETERINARY SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Immunology
Patsy A. Zendejas-Heredia, Vito Colella, Maxine L. A. Macpherson, Wayne Sylvester, Robin B. Gasser, Calum N. L. Macpherson, Rebecca J. Traub
Summary: Ancylostoma ceylanicum hookworms, recognized as major pathogens of human infection, were found to infect a high proportion of dogs in Grenada, including the zoonotic Ancylostoma ceylanicum. It is crucial to understand and monitor the transmission of this parasite in cat and dog populations, as well as in humans, in tropical/subtropical countries.
EMERGING INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2022)