Article
Veterinary Sciences
Roshan Babu Adhikari, Madhuri Adhikari Dhakal, Tirth Raj Ghimire
Summary: In Lalitpur Metropolitan City, Nepal, there is a high prevalence of intestinal parasites among street dogs, with some of them having zoonotic potential. Polyparasitism is common, posing a greater risk of transmission to humans and domestic animals. This study provides baseline data for effective control measures against parasitic infestations among street dogs.
VETERINARY MEDICINE AND SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Isabel Guadano Procesi, Azzurra Carnio, Federica Berrilli, Margherita Montalbano Di Filippo, Alessia Scarito, Cristina Amoruso, Marco Barni, Marco Ruffini, Giulia Barlozzari, Manuela Scarpulla, Claudio De Liberato
Summary: The study detected and analyzed the genetic characteristics of G. duodenalis in colony stray cats in central Italy, revealing a surprisingly high prevalence of 35.3% in cats, with all positive cats being infected with zoonotic assemblages/sub-assemblages. This suggests that stray cats may serve as a possible source of human giardiasis and emphasizes the importance of cat colonies in the study area in terms of public health.
ZOONOSES AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Review
Parasitology
Jiayu Li, Una Ryan, Yaqiong Guo, Yaoyu Feng, Lihua Xiao
Summary: The use of molecular tools has identified several zoonotic Cryptosporidium species in dogs and cats, including C. canis, C. felis and C. parvum. Research suggests possible zoonotic transmission of Cryptosporidium species between pets and humans, but specific cases are limited and the cross-species transmission remains controversial.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL FOR PARASITOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Microbiology
Sofia Anastacio, Samuel Anjos, Suzi Neves, Tiago Neves, Pedro Esteves, Helder Craveiro, Bruno Madeira, Maria Dos Anjos Pires, Sergio Sousa, Gabriela da Silva, Hugo Vilhena
Summary: This study investigated the infection of C. burnetii in dogs, cats, and ticks in Portugal. The results showed a decrease in the exposure to C. burnetii in cats and dogs, with rural habitats favoring the infection. Additionally, no C. burnetii DNA was detected in ticks from the tested samples.
Review
Parasitology
Jairo Alfonso Mendoza Roldan, Domenico Otranto
Summary: Cats with indoor/outdoor lifestyle often bring hunted gifts to their owners, including small mammals, reptiles, and birds. The access of dogs and cats to the outdoors may pose risks such as diseases and accidents, but the impact of these roaming animals predating wildlife is also concerning. Predation not only threatens wildlife but also serves as a transmission route for parasitic diseases, some of which are zoonotic. Dogs and cats, both feral and domesticated, have contributed to the collapse or extinction of more than 63 species of reptiles, mammals, and birds. Awareness about the zoonotic risk of parasitic infections transmitted through predation will promote responsible ownership and proper actions to control feral and free-roaming cat and dog populations worldwide.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2023)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Egil A. J. Fischer, Els M. M. Broens, Hans S. S. Kooistra, Myrna M. T. De Rooij, Jan Arend Stegeman, Mart C. M. De Jong
Summary: The study estimated the basic and partial reproduction numbers for SARS-CoV-2 by reanalyzing a survey of Dutch households with dogs and cats. The results showed a clear correlation between the number of cats in a household and the basic reproduction number. The study suggested the possibility of transmission between companion animals and humans, but the observational nature of the study limited the ability to establish conclusive evidence.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Parasitology
Marco Genchi, Alice Vismarra, Stefania Zanet, Simone Morelli, Roberta Galuppi, Giuseppe Cringoli, Riccardo Lia, Manuela Diaferia, Antonio Frangipane di Regalbono, Giulia Venegoni, Fabrizio Solari Basano, Antonio Varcasia, Stefania Perrucci, Vincenzo Musella, Emanuele Brianti, Alessia Gazzonis, Michele Drigo, Liliana Colombo, Laura Kramer
Summary: The study evaluated the prevalence of major feline parasites in Italy and identified risk factors associated with their occurrence. The overall prevalence of gastro-intestinal and broncho-pulmonary nematodes was 35.9%, while ectoparasite infestation rate was 35.7%. Risk factors for parasite infection included age, outdoor lifestyle, geographic area and lack of antiparasitic treatment.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Paulina Sepulveda-Garcia, Amir Alabi, Karla Alvarez, Lisbeth Rojas, Armin Mella, Luiz Ricardo Goncalves, Marcos Rogerio Andre, Rosangela Zacarias Machado, Ananda Muller, Gustavo Monti
Summary: The aim of this study was to estimate the occurrence of Bartonella spp. in cats and their owners in Valdivia, Chile. The study found that 20.43% of households had at least one Bartonella positive cat, but Bartonella DNA was not found in the blood samples of humans. Risk factors for Bartonella spp. presence in cats included age, neutering status, sampling location, and improper tick/flea control products.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Dhamaris Sharai Gonzalez-Saldivar, Enrique Trasvina-Munoz, Gilberto Lopez-Valencia, Paulina Haro, Francisco Javier Monge-Navarro, Jose Carloman Herrera-Ramirez, Nohemi Castro-del-Campo, Soila Gaxiola-Camacho
Summary: Parasitic intestinal infections in dogs attending a veterinary hospital in Mexicali, Mexico were investigated. Out of 148 fecal samples, 12.2% tested positive for parasites, including Cryptosporidium sp., Cystoisospora sp., and Toxascaris leonina. Mongrel breed was identified as a risk factor for intestinal parasites. Protozoa prevailed in the infections, highlighting the importance of accurate diagnosis before treatment.
AUSTRAL JOURNAL OF VETERINARY SCIENCES
(2023)
Review
Parasitology
Ricardo Guillermo Maggi, Vicky Halls, Friederike Kramer, Michael Lappin, Maria Grazia Pennisi, Andrew S. Peregrine, Xavier Roura, Bettina Schunack, Valeria Scorza, Severine Tasker, Gad Baneth, Patrick Bourdeau, Dwight D. Bowman, Edward B. Breitschwerdt, Gioia Capelli, Luis Cardoso, Filipe Dantas-Torres, Gerhard Dobler, Lluis Ferrer, Luigi Gradoni, Peter Irwin, Frans Jongejan, Volkhard A. J. Kempf, Barbara Kohn, Susan Little, Maxime Madder, Carla Maia, Mary Marcondes, Guadalupe Miro, Torsten Naucke, Gaetano Oliva, Domenico Otranto, Barend L. Penzhorn, Martin Pfeffer, Angel Sainz, SungShik Shin, Laia Solano-Gallego, Reinhard K. Straubinger, Rebecca Traub, Ian Wright
Summary: Large populations of unowned cats pose various issues worldwide, including animal welfare, ecology, society, and public health. Relocating and homing these cats is seen as a means to alleviate suffering and social problems, while also contributing to ethical population control. Understanding individual cats' lifestyle and disease status is crucial for veterinary professionals and those working with cat charities to minimize cat stress and the spread of pathogens, especially vector-borne ones.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Da-Yun Bae, Dongseob Tark, Sung-Hyun Moon, Jae-Ku Oem, Won-Il Kim, Chul Park, Ki-Jeong Na, Choi-Kyu Park, Yeonsu Oh, Ho-Seong Cho
Summary: With the global spread of COVID-19, it is important to monitor companion animals in epidemic areas. This survey found that some pets carried SARS-CoV-2 antigen and antibodies, even in animal shelters. This suggests the possibility of continuous viral circulation between humans and animals, requiring continuous monitoring of animals.
Article
Infectious Diseases
Carla Munoz-Antoli, Maria Jose Irisarri-Gutierrez, Lucrecia Acosta, Maria Jose Bonet, J. Guillermo Esteban, Rafael Toledo
Summary: Despite the higher risk of intestinal parasite infections among prison inmates in relation to their living conditions, information about these diseases in prison environments is still limited. This study found low levels of intestinal parasite infections in a Spanish prison, suggesting the implementation of sanitary measures. Routine parasitological tests for foreign inmates entering prison are recommended.
BMC INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2023)
Review
Parasitology
Rebecca J. Traub, Patsy A. Zendejas-Heredia, Luca Massetti, Vito Colella
Summary: The early-to-mid 1900s marked the first reports of zoonotic hookworm cases in humans, providing valuable evidence for further research. Ancylostoma ceylanicum, the second most common zoonotic hookworm in the Asia Pacific region, has been reported in Africa and South America. Despite technological progress in parasite diagnostics, epidemiological research on zoonotic hookworms in humans has remained stagnant.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL FOR PARASITOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Jorge Aruni Chura, Fabio Macchioni, Federica Furzi, Victor Balboa, Erika Mercado, Jose Gomez, Patricia Rojas Gonzales, Veronica Poma, Armando Loup, Mimmo Roselli, Percy Halkier, Antonio Montresor, Piero Olliaro, Alessandro Bartoloni, Michele Spinicci, Simona Gabrielli
Summary: The study assessed the prevalence of protozoa and helminth infection among school-age children in different ecological zones of La Paz, Bolivia. The overall prevalence of intestinal parasites was 82.2%, with protozoa (80%) being more common than helminths (23.3%). The study revealed the importance of sanitation and deworming programs in reducing parasitic infections among children.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Ibrahim Abbas, Moustafa Al-Araby, Bassem Elmishmishy, El-Sayed El-Alfy
Summary: This study reports the presence of gastrointestinal parasite infections in the feces of stray cats from Gharbia governorate, Egypt. Meta-analyses revealed that the occurrence of Toxoplasma gondii oocysts in Egyptian cat feces may have been overestimated in earlier studies. Additionally, the prevalence of Toxocara cati in cats from Egypt is higher than globally reported, but its impact on human toxocarosis has been neglected in some reports.
BMC VETERINARY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Parasitology
Valentina Marino, Rosa Galvez, Carmen Mascunan, Ines Dominguez, Juliana Sarquis, Ana Montoya, Juan Pedro Barrera, Clara Zenker, Rocio Checa, Mauro Hernandez, Guadalupe Miro
Summary: This study examined the therapeutic and prophylactic efficacy of different formulations in treating and preventing canine thelaziosis in Spain. Products containing moxidectin were found to be highly effective, with milbemycin also showing promise. Monthly prophylaxis in endemic areas is crucial to limit the spread of Thelazia callipaeda and reduce zoonotic risks.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL FOR PARASITOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Microbiology
Miriam Portero, Guadalupe Miro, Rocio Checa, Elena Martinez de Merlo, Cristina Fragio, Miguel Benito, Angel Sainz, Carmen Perez
Summary: The study aimed to test for Leishmania infantum infection in dogs with meningoencephalitis of unknown origin (MUO) in an endemic area, and found a significant difference in infection prevalence between control and MUO groups, suggesting that L. infantum may not play a major role in the aetiology of MUO.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Valentina Marino, Ana Montoya, Carmen Mascunan, Ines Dominguez, Rosa Galvez, Mauro Hernandez, Carla Zenker, Rocio Checa, Juliana Sarquis, Juan Pedro Barrera, Miriam Portero, Guadalupe Miro
Summary: This study assessed the prevalence of Thelazia callipaeda infection in cats in Spain and conducted the first prophylactic trial. The results showed a high prevalence of infection in cats and demonstrated that a combination of moxidectin and ivermectin can effectively treat and prevent the infection.
JOURNAL OF FELINE MEDICINE AND SURGERY
(2021)
Article
Parasitology
Henrique Jordem Venial, Ana Montoya, Rocio Checa, Guadalupe Miro, Gabriel Jose Silva Uzai, Maria Aparecida da Silva, Louisiane de Carvalho Nunes, Renato Luiz Silveira, Eulogio C. Queiroz de Carvalho
Summary: This study investigated the natural infection of Leishmania (Viannia) braziliensis in wild mammals found dead in the Sooretama Biological Reserve, Espirito Santo State, Brazil. PCR analysis detected positive cases of infection in Cuniculus paca and Callithrix geoffroyi, marking the first report of infection in these species. Further studies are needed to determine the transmission dynamics and impact of these rodents and primates on the population and individual in the context of this zoonotic disease.
ACTA PARASITOLOGICA
(2022)
Article
Immunology
Carolina R. Sanz, Guadalupe Miro, Natalia Sevane, Armando Reyes-Palomares, Susana Dunner
Summary: In this study, the host immune response during Leishmania infantum infection was evaluated through transcriptome sequencing in dogs. Differential gene expression and co-expression network analysis revealed significant differences in gene expression between control and sick dogs, and key co-expression modules were associated with immune response regulation. Sick dogs showed altered expression of immune cell cytokines, T cell and NK cell exhaustion markers, and disrupted functionality of B cells, monocytes, and macrophages. Long non-coding RNAs and chromatin organization may also contribute to the modulation of host immune response during L. infantum infection.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Guadalupe Miro, Javier Regidor-Cerrillo, Rocio Checa, Carlos Diezma-Diaz, Ana Montoya, Jesus Garcia-Cantalejo, Pedro Botias, Javier Arroyo, Luis-Miguel Ortega-Mora
Summary: This study investigated the dynamics of SARS-CoV-2 infection in a cat and three dogs living in households with confirmed human COVID-19 cases in the Madrid Community. The results showed that some animals exhibited symptoms after infection, while others remained asymptomatic. Serological analysis revealed that some animals developed antibodies shortly after viral shedding.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Parasitology
Aurora Muller, Ana Montoya, Cristina Escacena, Maria de la Cruz, Ana Junco, Andres Iriso, Eloy Marino, Fernando Fuster, Guadalupe Miro
Summary: The study reveals a slight increase in seroprevalence of L. infantum infection in stray dogs in Madrid, mainly in dogs over four years old, purebred dogs (such as Pit Bull and related breeds), and medium to large size dogs. Most infected dogs show no clinical signs, indicating they could be potential sources of infection.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2022)
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)
Editorial Material
Parasitology
Guadalupe Miro, Juliana Sarquis, Luis Cardoso, Patrick Bourdeau, Laia Solano-Gallego, Gaetano Oliva, Maria Grazia Pennisi, Christine Petersen, Lluis Ferrer, Gad Baneth
Summary: The organizers of the 1st congress on animal leishmaniosis (ALIVE) in Malaga, Spain, discuss the recent advances in the field presented during the meeting.
TRENDS IN PARASITOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Efren Estevez-Sanchez, Rocio Checa, Ana Montoya, Juan Pedro Barrera, Ana Maria Lopez-Beceiro, Luis Eusebio Fidalgo, Guadalupe Miro
Summary: This study investigated the diversity and prevalence of cardiopulmonary nematode parasites in wolves in northwestern Spain and found that the Iberian wolf could play a crucial role in maintaining these parasites in the wild. The study highlights the need to identify potential risks for veterinary and public health.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Fernando Izquierdo, Dolores Ollero, Angela Magnet, Ana L. Galvan-Diaz, Sergio Llorens, Lucianna Vaccaro, Carolina Hurtado-Marcos, Elizabeth Valdivieso, Guadalupe Miro, Leticia Hernandez, Ana Montoya, Fernando J. Bornay-Llinares, Lucrecia Acosta, Soledad Fenoy, Carmen del Aguila
Summary: The Iberian lynx, one of the world's most endangered felines, is facing a decline in population. The presence of microsporidia, opportunistic intracellular parasites recently related to fungi, has been confirmed in urine, feces, and tissue samples of Lynx pardinus for the first time. Further studies are needed to understand the impact of microsporidia infection on the survival of the Iberian lynx and implement prevention strategies.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Marta Baxarias, Cristina Mateu, Guadalupe Miro, Laia Solano-Gallego
Summary: This study investigated the seroprevalence of canine leishmaniosis in apparently healthy dogs in different areas of Spain. The results showed significant regional variations in the infection rates, with the highest prevalence in the Southeast and the lowest in the North.
VETERINARY MEDICINE AND SCIENCE
(2023)