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Sarcoptes scabiei infection rates in pet dogs in southern China
By Chen, Yi-Zhou et al.·Published in TheScientificWorldJournal·2014·College of Veterinary Medicine, China·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Prevalence of Sarcoptes scabiei infection in pet dogs in southern China.
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Plain-English summary
A study found that about 1.18% of pet dogs in Guangzhou, southern China, were infected with Sarcoptes scabiei, the mite that causes scabies, which leads to intense itching and skin problems. The infection was more common in winter and summer, and certain breeds like Pekingese had a much higher prevalence, with nearly 22% affected. This information highlights the need for pet owners to be aware of scabies, especially in these breeds and during specific seasons. If a dog shows signs of itching or skin irritation, it's important to consult a veterinarian for diagnosis and treatment options.
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Abstract
Little is known about the prevalence of Sarcoptes scabiei infection in pet dogs in China. In the present study, the prevalence of S. scabiei infection in pet dogs in Guangzhou, southern China, was investigated between January and December, 2009. A total of 3,977 pet dogs admitted to animal hospitals were examined for the presence of S. scabiei using a parasitological approach. The average prevalence of S. scabiei infection in pet dogs is 1.18% (95% confidence interval (CI): 0.85-1.52%). The prevalence of S. scabiei was higher in winter (1.42%; 95% CI: 0.29-2.55%), summer (1.39%; 95% CI: 0.83-1.96%), and autumn (1.1%; 95% CI: 0.53-1.68%) than in spring (0.63%; 95% CI: 0.02-1.25%). Furthermore, the prevalence of S. scabiei was the highest in Pekingese (21.88%; 95% CI: 7.55-36.2%), followed by Papillon (5.26%; 95% CI: 0-11.06%) and Bichon Frise (3.19%; 95% CI: 0-6.75%). The results of the present investigation indicate that S. scabiei infection is prevalent in pet dogs in Guangzhou, China, which provides relevant "baseline" data for conducting control strategies and measures against scabies in this region and elsewhere in China. To our knowledge, this is the first comprehensive report of S. scabiei prevalence in pet dogs in China.
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