Leptospira spp. and Dirofilaria immitis in dogs in Tonga: a pilot study
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Naden, Kristina
Harder, Kate
Harder, Kate
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Date
2023-04
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Journal Article
Ngā Upoko Tukutuku (Māori subject headings)
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dogs (Canis familiaris)
Tonga
parasites
haematological disorders
Pasifika
Tonga
parasites
haematological disorders
Pasifika
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Citation
Naden, K., & Harder, K. P. (2023). Leptospira spp. and Dirofilaria immitis in dogs in Tonga: a pilot study. The Veterinary Nurse, 14(3), 143-146. doi:https://doi.org/10.12968/vetn.2023.14.3.143
Abstract
Dogs are common in Tonga and exist in a close relationship with humans, both as free-ranging pets and guard dogs for domestic properties. Little is known about pathogens present in these animals, and this pilot study aimed to develop a methodology to identify the presence of zoonotic pathogens Leptospira spp. and Dirofilaria immitis (the causative agent of heartworm), in a sample of 82 dogs voluntarily presented to a spey/neuter clinic, using blood samples and point-of-care tests. No positive tests were returned for Leptospira spp. or D. immitis, despite the presence of Leptospira spp. having previously being identified in Tonga.
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Mark Allen Group - MA Health Care Ltd.
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https://doi.org/10.12968/vetn.2023.14.3.143
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