Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Rickettsia parkeri infection found in dogs in Southern Louisiana 2011
By Grasperge, Britton J et al.·Published in Emerging infectious diseases·2012·Louisiana State University, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Rickettsia parkeri infection in domestic dogs, Southern Louisiana, USA, 2011.
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Plain-English summary
A group of 93 dogs in temporary shelters in Southern Louisiana was tested for a tick-borne infection called Rickettsia parkeri. Out of these dogs, 12 were found to be positive for this disease, which can be transmitted by ticks. While the study did not detail specific symptoms or treatments, it's important for pet owners to be aware of the risks of tick-borne diseases and to discuss any concerns with their veterinarian, especially if their dog shows signs of illness after being in tick-infested areas.
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Abstract
The association between companion animals and tick-borne rickettsial disease has long been recognized and can be essential to the emergence of rickettsioses. We tested whole blood from dogs in temporary shelters by using PCR for rickettsial infections. Of 93 dogs, 12 (13%) were positive for Rickettsia parkeri, an emerging tick-borne rickettsiosis.
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