Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog with swollen lymph nodes infected by horse strain
By Ladlow, Jane et al.·Published in Journal of Clinical Microbiology·2006·Animal Health Trust, Lanwades Park, Kentford, Newmarket, Suffolk CB8 7UU, United Kingdom, United Kingdom·View original on Crossref →
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Original publication title: Canine Strangles Case Reveals a New Host Susceptible to Infection with Streptococcus equi
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A dog was diagnosed with canine strangles after showing symptoms of swollen lymph nodes. This infection is caused by the bacteria Streptococcus equi, which is more commonly seen in horses but can affect dogs as well. The case was notable because it was the first documented instance of this infection in a dog, highlighting a new risk for canine health. Treatment details were not provided, but early recognition of symptoms is crucial for effective management.
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Abstract
ABSTRACT We report the first documented case of canine strangles due to infection with Streptococcus equi in a dog with enlarged lymph nodes. Genetic typing, via sequencing of 12 housekeeping genes and the SeM gene, demonstrated the isolate to be a member of a common equine strain type circulating in the United Kingdom.
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