Brucella canis : een opkomende ziekte in Vlaanderen of reeds endemisch? = Brucella canis : an emerging disease in Flanders or already endemic?

In this article, an overview is provided of Brucella canis , its prevalence and the significance of the threat posed by this pathogen to dog breeders, dog owners and veterinarians in Flanders. Recently, reports on the occurrence of B. canis on mainland Europe are on the increase. In dogs, this pathogen mainly causes reproductive disorders, but discospondylitis and eye pathologies can occur. Furthermore, lymphadenitis and symptoms of general illness may also be present. Other symptoms are rather rare. Dog populations at risk include breeding stock, stray dogs, dogs imported from areas endemic f... Mehr ...