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Veterinary Sciences
Lavinia Ciuca, Valeria Caruso, Sergio Illiano, Antonio Bosco, Maria Paola Maurelli, Laura Rinaldi
Summary: The number of autochthonous cases of Dirofilaria immitis in dogs has increased considerably in southern Italy, especially in coastal areas of the Campania region. This study aimed to investigate the occurrence of Dirofilaria spp. in a local dog shelter in Castel Volturno.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2023)
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Immunology
Andrei Alexandru Cimpan, Gad Baneth, Yaarit Nachum-Biala, Liviu Miron, Alicia Rojas
Summary: The aim of this study was to investigate the prevalence, distribution, etiology, and genetic variation of canine filarioid infections in four Southern Romanian counties. The results indicated a high prevalence of canine filarioid infections, with D. repens being the most common species.
COMPARATIVE IMMUNOLOGY MICROBIOLOGY AND INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2022)
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Parasitology
Erich W. Zinser, Tom L. McTier, Nicole S. Kernell, Debra J. Woods
Summary: Research has shown that cryopreserved microfilariae of Dirofilaria immitis can develop into third-stage larvae in vector mosquitoes and are infectious to both dogs and ferrets, where they undergo normal development into adult worms and complete the heartworm lifecycle.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2021)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Christina Raudies, Susanne Waiblinger, Christine Arhant
Summary: Long-term shelter dogs are more likely to be older, male, large in size, neutered, and of a dangerous breed, with frequent behavioral problems related to aggression and high arousal. While their physical well-being is not impaired, they show signs of stress and difficulties relaxing in the shelter environment, potentially impacting adoption rates.
Review
Microbiology
Anastasia Diakou, Roger K. Prichard
Summary: D. immitis infection is a severe parasitic disease in dogs, but prevention can be achieved through the use of MLs drugs. ML-resistant strains of D. immitis have been proven to exist in the Lower Mississippi region, USA, but not reported in Europe. The establishment and spread of resistance is challenging, highlighting the importance of monitoring ML resistance globally.
Letter
Immunology
Martina Miterpakova, Daniela Antolova, Jana Rampalova, Miroslava Undesser, Tomas Krajcovic, Bronislava Vichova
Summary: The emergence and spread of Dirofilaria immitis in Europe highlights the critical need for proper diagnosis of infection.
EMERGING INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2022)
Article
Parasitology
Katharina Riebenbauer, Philipp B. Weber, Julia Walochnik, Franz Karlhofer, Stefan Winkler, Sonja Dorfer, Herbert Auer, Julia Valencak, Martin Laimer, Alessandra Handisurya
Summary: The incidence of human dirofilariosis cases has significantly increased over the past four decades in Austria, with a notable rise in cases after 1998. Most patients with the disease had a history of travel to regions endemic for Dirofilaria species, indicating changes in human behavior and travel activities as contributing factors to the rise in cases.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2021)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Veronika Vojtkovska, Eva Voslarova, Vladimir Vecerek
Summary: The study aimed to detect changes in health-oriented welfare indicators of shelter cats by monitoring the health indicators in a population of group-housed cats in a private shelter in the Czech Republic. Despite some improvement in health during their stay in the shelter, a considerable number of cats experienced permanent or long-term deterioration in health. Efforts to minimize factors contributing to the deterioration of well-being of cats during their stay in shelters should be prioritized.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Lisa M. Gunter, Emily M. Blade, Rachel J. Gilchrist, Betsy J. Nixon, Jenifer L. Reed, Joanna M. Platzer, Ingrid C. Wurpts, Erica N. Feuerbacher, Clive D. L. Wynne
Summary: Human interaction is an effective intervention to improve the welfare of shelter dogs. This study examined the effects of brief outings and temporary fostering stays on dogs’ length of stay and adoption outcomes. The results showed that both interventions significantly increased the likelihood of adoption for the dogs. Despite spending longer time in the shelter, the difference in length of stay was present prior to the interventions. These programs were more successful when community members were involved and when implemented by better-resourced shelters. Animal welfare organizations should consider implementing these evidence-based fostering programs to positively impact shelter dogs.
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Parasitology
Laidoudi Younes, Helene Barre-Cardi, Samia Bedjaoui, Nazli Ayhan, Marie Varloud, Oleg Mediannikov, Domenico Otranto, Bernard Davoust
Summary: The study conducted in Corsica, France reveals that Dirofilaria immitis and Dirofilaria repens have a potential transmission period and diversity, with mosquitoes as their vectors. Implementing preventive measures is suggested to reduce the infection risk in both human and animal populations.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Tzu-Yun Yan, Kendy Tzu-yun Teng
Summary: This study investigated trends in animal intakes and outcomes in public animal shelters and the workload of shelter veterinarians in Taiwan from 2012 to 2020. It found a decrease in intakes and outcomes of shelter animals over time, with a slight increase in intakes in 2018. Adopting and returning animals after being neutered replaced euthanasia as the main reasons for animal outcomes. The study also highlighted the increased workload of shelter veterinarians and the need for improving shelter management and work conditions.
Article
Parasitology
Sara N. Garcia-Rodriguez, Noelia Costa-Rodriguez, Jorge I. Matos, Yaiza Falcon-Cordon, Rodrigo Morchon, Elena Carreton, Jose A. Montoya-Alonso
Summary: The aim of this study was to verify whether cats seropositive for D. immitis present hypersensitivity to some environmental allergens. The results showed that the prevalence of allergies was significantly higher in cats seropositive for D. immitis compared to seronegative cats, regardless of the presence of symptoms. The risk for developing allergies was 6.3-fold higher in cats seropositive for D. immitis.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2023)
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Microbiology
Remy Betous, Anthony Emile, Hua Che, Eva J. Guchen, Didier Concordet, Thavy Long, Sandra Noack, Paul M. Selzer, Roger Prichard, Anne Lespine
Summary: Nematode parasites enter their definitive host as infectious larvae and DAF-12 plays a role in their development to adulthood. The filarial nematodes' DAF-12 exhibit higher sensitivity to ligands and can be specifically activated by mammalian sera. These findings suggest that filarial nematodes have evolved to sense and adapt to their host environment to resume larval development.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Wanarit Jitsamai, Pimsiri Piromkij, Patchana Kamkong, Sudchit Chungpivat, Piyanan Taweethavonsawat
Summary: This study investigated the prevalence of two mosquito-borne parasites in dogs in Thailand, as well as the effects of season and environmental parameters on their prevalence. The findings suggest that environmental parameters may not have a significant impact on the prevalence of these parasites, but the threat of B. pahangi and D. immitis should still be considered, especially in subtropical regions. Owners and veterinarians should prioritize filarial prevention and control measures for these parasites.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Adele Tuozzi, Christine Arhant, Kristina Anderle, Jessica Backes, Catherine Cords, Viola Magierski, Jean-Loup Rault, Ines Windschnurer
Summary: The study found that the presence of a human and playing a prerecorded reading induced greater interest in shelter dogs and cats compared to just audio stimulation.
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Parasitology
Martin Murphy, Daniela Cavalleri, Wolfgang Seewald, Jason Drake, Steve Nanchen
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2017)
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Parasitology
Daniela Karadzovska, Kimberly Chappell, Shane Coble, Martin Murphy, Daniela Cavalleri, Scott Wiseman, Jason Drake, Steve Nanchen
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2017)
Article
Parasitology
Jason Drake, Scott Wiseman
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2018)
Article
Parasitology
Hiroshi Otaki, Junko Sonobe, Martin Murphy, Daniela Cavalleri, Wolfgang Seewald, Jason Drake, Steve Nanchen
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2018)
Article
Parasitology
Kim Baker, Claudia Ellenberger, Martin Murphy, Daniela Cavalleri, Wolfgang Seewald, Jason Drake, Steve Nanchen, Kristina Hacket
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2018)
Article
Parasitology
Pedro Veloso Facury Lasmar, Martin Murphy, Steve Nanchen, Jason Drake, Katherina Coumendouros, Debora Azevedo Borges, Priscila Cardirn de Oliveira, Fabio Barbour Scott
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2018)
Article
Parasitology
Jessica McNamara, Jason Drake, Scott Wiseman, Ian Wright
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2018)
Article
Parasitology
Jason Drake, Tom Carey
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2019)
Article
Parasitology
Clarisse Roussel, Jason Drake, Juan Manuel Ariza
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2019)
Article
Parasitology
Guadalupe Miro, Rosa Galvez, Ana Montoya, Beatriz Delgado, Jason Drake
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2020)
Article
Parasitology
Christopher Pennelegion, Jason Drake, Scott Wiseman, Ian Wright
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2020)
Article
Parasitology
Jason Drake, Rudolph Parrish
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2020)
Article
Microbiology
Mariasole Colombo, Donato Traversa, Eleonora Grillotti, Carlo Pezzuto, Cesare De Tommaso, Fabrizio Pampurini, Roland Schaper, Jason Drake, Paolo Emidio Crisi, Ilaria Russi, Marco Ripamonti, Angela Di Cesare
Summary: This study highlights the highly variable clinical pictures of dogs infected by A. vasorum, with a significant proportion of subclinically infected dogs. Routine copromicroscopic and/or antigenic tests are crucial in enzootic areas to prevent the sudden onset of potentially life-threatening signs in apparently healthy dogs.
Article
Parasitology
Gilles Bourgoin, Marie-Pierre Callait-Cardinal, Emilie Bouhsira, Bruno Polack, Patrick Bourdeau, Clarisse Roussel Ariza, Lisa Carassou, Emmanuel Lienard, Jason Drake
Summary: The prevalence of helminths in client-owned dogs and cats in France is relatively high, with a potential zoonotic risk. Young animals, those with outdoor access, living in rural areas, and intact animals are more susceptible to parasitic infections. Additionally, cats with varied diets and living with other animals are also at a higher risk of parasite infection.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2022)