Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Canine babesiosis : tick-borne diseases
- Journal:
- Onderstepoort Journal of Veterinary Research
- Year:
- 2009
- Authors:
- J.P. Schoeman
Plain-English summary
Babesiosis is a disease caused by parasites that are spread by ticks, and it can affect both pets and wild animals. In dogs, this disease can lead to serious health issues like anemia (a low red blood cell count), jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes), and dark urine. The severity of the disease can vary widely; some dogs may have mild symptoms or none at all, while others can become very sick or even die. This paper discusses how the disease develops, what symptoms to look for, how it is diagnosed and treated, and new factors that can help predict how well a dog with this condition might do. Overall, the outcome can depend on the specific type of Babesia and how the individual dog responds to treatment.
Abstract
Babesiosis is a tick-borne disease affecting humans and many domestic and wild animals. Domestic animals showing appreciable morbidity and mortality include dogs, cats, cattle and horses. Both canine and feline babesiosis are diseases characterised by haemolytic anaemia, icterus and haemoglobinuria. Canine babesiosis can range from chronic or subclinical to peracute and fatal, depending on the virulence of the species and the susceptibility of the host. This paper deals with canine babesiosis with specific reference to pathogenesis, clinical findings, complications, diagnosis and treatment, as well as newly identified prognostic factors in Babesia rossi babesiosis.
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