Background: As numbers of dogs entering Canada from abroad are increasing, it is essential to understand the scope, challenges, and risks associated with canine importation. Canadian veterinarians' collective experience with and clinical knowledge of imported dogs can provide valuable insights into this practice.
Objective: To describe Canadian veterinarians' experiences with, and perspectives of, imported dogs in clinical practice.
Procedure: An anonymous, online survey was circulated to Canadian veterinarians, national and provincial veterinary associations, from April to June 2021. Responses were analyzed using descriptive statistics, univariable logistic regression, and content analysis.
Results: A total of 524 responses were included. Veterinarians reported imported dogs mainly originating from the United States (89%) and imported rescue organizations (92%). Few reported imported dogs arriving with core vaccines or parasiticides administered. Despite infectious disease concerns, only 14% routinely implemented enhanced infection-control practices with imported dogs in clinics. Resources outlining country-specific disease risks, foreign disease screening, and client education were deemed highly valuable for supporting clinical practice.
Conclusion And Clinical Relevance: Canadian veterinarians' experiences reinforced gaps in the healthcare of imported dogs, highlighted inconsistencies in clinical management of these dogs, and identified areas in which educational resources could improve animal health and the practice of importing dogs.
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