Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog with Babesia, Ehrlichia, and Anaplasma infections explained
By Al Izzi, Salah et al.·Published in Veterinary clinical pathology·2013·IDEXX Reference Laboratories, Canada·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Babesia canis vogeli, Ehrlichia canis, and Anaplasma platys infection in a dog.
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Plain-English summary
A 12-month-old male neutered mixed breed dog was brought to the vet because he was very tired, had diarrhea, and was losing weight. The vet found that he had pale gums and abnormal blood test results, indicating infections. Tests confirmed he had infections from three different parasites: Babesia canis vogeli, Ehrlichia canis, and Anaplasma platys. After treatment with doxycycline and imidocarb dipropionate, the dog made a full recovery and his blood tests returned to normal.
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Abstract
A 12-month-old male neutered mixed breed dog was presented with a history of diarrhea, lethargy, emaciation, polydypsia, and sniffling. Physical examination findings included pale mucous membranes, increased heart and respiratory rates, and normal rectal temperature (38°C). Hematologic abnormalities included anemia and thrombocytopenia. Biochemical abnormalities included hypoalbuminemia, hyperbilirubinemia, and elevated ALP and ALT activities. A SNAP 4Dx test result was positive for Ehrlichia canis. Babesia canis vogeli organisms were found in the peripheral blood films, while morulae of E canis were not seen. Real-time polymerase chain reaction testing confirmed the presence of both B c vogeli and E canis organisms, and also was positive for Anaplasma platys infection. The dog recovered following treatment with doxycycline and imidocarb dipropionate, with normal hematology and biochemical profiles.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24138512/