Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
First molecular evidence ofinfection in a dog (Labrador retriever) from Bulgaria.
- Journal:
- Open veterinary journal
- Year:
- 2024
- Authors:
- Gospodinova, Krasimira et al.
- Affiliation:
- Department of Veterinary Microbiology
- Species:
- dog
Abstract
BACKGROUND: In recent years, the One Health approach and vector-borne diseases have become an increasingly topical problem around the world. In addition, climate change has a significant impact on zoonoses and public health. We present a case report of tick-borne disease in a dog. CASE DESCRIPTION: A clinical case ofinfection in a 10-year-old female dog (Labrador retriever) is described. Clinical, hematological, biochemical, serological, cytological, and polymerase chain reaction tests supporting the diagnosis have been performed. CONCLUSION: To the best of our knowledge, this is the first report offrom Bulgaria. This report adds to the overall knowledge ofspp. in our country and the region of Southeastern Europe.
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