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...
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 |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2020-06-01
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Series: | Parasites & Vectors |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13071-020-04147-6 |
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