Detection of gastrointestinal parasitism at recreational canine sites in the USA: the DOGPARCS study

Detection of gastrointestinal parasitism at recreational canine sites in the USA: the DOGPARCS study

Abstract Background The rapid growth in off-leash dog parks provides opportunity for canine socialization activities but carries risk of exposure to intestinal parasites. This study assessed the prevalence of these infections in dogs visiting off-leash dog parks. Methods Fresh defecations were colle...

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Main Authors: Kristina Stafford, Todd M. Kollasch, Kathryn T. Duncan, Stephanie Horr, Troy Goddu, Christine Heinz-Loomer, Anthony J. Rumschlag, William G. Ryan, Sarah Sweet, Susan E. Little
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-06-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
Subjects:
Ancylostoma
Centrifugal flotation
Coproantigen
Dog
Giardia
Hookworm
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13071-020-04147-6

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