Importation of Ticks on Companion Animals and the Risk of Spread of Tick-Borne Diseases to Non-Endemic Regions in Europe
Increased human mobility elevates the risk of exposure of companion animals travelling with their owners or imported from other regions to tick attacks. In this study, we highlight the potential role of dogs and cats taken for tourist trips or imported animals in the spread of ticks and tick-borne p...
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Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-12-01
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Series: | Animals |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/11/1/6 |