Prevalence of helminth eggs in dog feces in urban areas of Pelotas, RS, Brazil

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  • Fernando de Souza
  • Maia Filho
  • Júlia de Souza Silveira Valente
  • Sônia de Avila Botton
  • Daniela Isabel Brayer Pereira
چکیده

The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of helminthes eggs in dog feces collected in public areas in Pelotas, RS, Brazil. From January to March of 2012, 15 samples were randomly collected from each of 14 locations in this county. A total of 210 samples were submitted to fecal examinations. The overall prevalence was 57.6%, including both single (67.8%) and multiinfections (32.2%). Ancylostoma spp. had the highest frequency (88.4%), followed by Trichuris vulpis (38.8%). The infection of dogs with intestinal parasites emphasizes the potential risk of zoonotic diseases and the need for educational, control and prevention programs for at-risk populations.

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تاریخ انتشار 2013