Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Giardia infection risk in young dogs living in China communities
By Yang, Dubao et al.·Published in International journal of environmental health research·2015·a College of Animal Science & Veterinary Medicine, China·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Prevalence and risk factors of Giardia doudenalis in dogs from China.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A survey of 318 dogs in nine cities in China found that about 16% were infected with Giardia, a parasite that can cause gastrointestinal issues. Young dogs, especially those under one year old, and those living in community settings were more likely to be infected. The study highlights the importance of treating infected dogs to prevent spreading the infection to humans. If you suspect your dog has giardiasis, it's important to consult your veterinarian for appropriate testing and treatment options.
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Abstract
The aim of this study was to carry out a survey for the presence of Giardia duodenalis infection in canine using ELISA and PCR and to identify risk factors for infection. Samples from 318 dogs' feces living in nine cities in China were used in the present study. Each sample was tested for the presence of G. duodenalis-specific antigens using ELISA and 197 out of 318 samples were further examined for the presence of G. duodenalis using PCR. The overall rate of canines infected with giardiasis in the present study was 16.04% and 15.22% using ELISA and PCR, respectively. No significant difference was found between sex and Giardia positivity. Young dogs (up to one year) and living in communities were identified as risk factors for infection by multivariate logistic regression analysis. In conclusion, giardiasis in dogs was present in nine cities in China; as risk factors, young dogs (up to one year) and living in communities were of great significance. Giardia-infected canine should be treated for hygienic management to prevent transmission of the infection from dog to human.
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