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- - Canine babesiosis is caused by protozoan parasites, which are categorized into large and small types, with three notable small species affecting dogs.
- - In Europe, around 1% of dogs are infected with these parasites, highlighting a relatively low but concerning prevalence.
- - The American Pit Bull Terrier breed shows higher susceptibility, and there is potential for babesiosis to emerge in non-endemic European regions, creating future challenges for vets.
Article Abstract
Canine babesiosis is a disease caused by infection with parasites of the genus . These protozoa are classified as either large (e.g., ) or small (e.g., ). So far, only three small species of clinical importance, able to infect dogs, have been described: , , and . This review presents the current epidemiological situation of infections in dogs in Europe. In most European countries where has been reported, the percentage of infected dogs is around 1%. The higher prevalence of the infection among American Pit Bull Terriers suggests breed susceptibility. An analysis of the available data makes it possible to conclude that infections may appear in the future in other non-endemic regions of Europe, which may pose significant diagnostic and therapeutic challenges for veterinary practitioners.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8944637 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ani12060730 | DOI Listing |
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