Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog with unusual behavior diagnosed with rabies in Rio de Janeiro
By Pedro Cupolillo de Faria et al.·Published in Brazilian Journal of Veterinary Medicine·2022·View original on Semantic Scholar →
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Original publication title: Canine rabies in Belford Roxo City, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: a case report
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Plain-English summary
A dog in Brazil showed unusual behavior and other concerning signs, leading to a visit to the veterinarian. Despite receiving care and undergoing tests, the dog sadly passed away, and further investigation confirmed it had rabies. This case highlights the importance of rabies vaccination for pets and the need for awareness about the disease, especially in areas where wildlife may pose a risk. Keeping pets vaccinated is crucial for preventing rabies and protecting both animals and humans.
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Abstract
Abstract Rabies is a highly lethal disease and is considered one of the most important zoonoses worldwide. In Brazil, the rabies cycle in domestic animals is under control. However, there is feedback from the wildlife cycle as many bats are present in the cities and rural areas of the country. This paper reports a case of a dog receiving veterinary assistance that presented with misbehavior and other unusual signs. After clinical evaluation by two veterinarians and a period of hospitalization to perform tests and treatment, the dog died, and the Municipal Health Department was contacted due to the suspicion of rabies. After laboratory testing and sample analysis, the diagnosis of rabies was confirmed. This case demonstrates the importance of veterinarians’ qualifications in performing clinical and laboratory diagnoses, such as their knowledge concerning surveillance measures and preventive steps before and after exposure. Reinforcing the significance of maintaining vaccination coverage for rabies and promoting public and private vaccination campaigns in areas that lack vaccination campaigns are useful.
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Search related cases →Original publication on Semantic Scholar: https://www.semanticscholar.org/paper/36066911