Epidemiology of intestinal helminth parasites in stray dogs from markets in south-eastern Nigeria

2010 ◽  
Vol 85 (4) ◽  
pp. 415-420 ◽  
Author(s):  
I.C. Okoye ◽  
N.R. Obiezue ◽  
C.E. Okorie ◽  
I.E. Ofoezie
Keyword(s):  
Cost Effective ◽  
Effective Control ◽  
Intestinal Helminth ◽  
Helminth Parasites ◽  
Intensity Pattern ◽  
Stray Dogs ◽  
South Eastern ◽  
Gastrointestinal Helminth ◽  
Faecal Samples ◽  
Trichuris Vulpis

AbstractA survey of gastrointestinal helminth parasites of stray dogs (Canis familiaris) was conducted at Obollo-Afor and Ekwulobia markets, in Enugu and Anambra States, south-eastern Nigeria, respectively, to determine the patterns of infection among dogs in different parts of south-eastern Nigeria. Faecal samples collected, using long forceps, from every dog encountered in the markets between June 2007 and December 2008 were analysed by the Kato–Katz technique. Out of 413 dogs examined in both markets, 217 (52.6%) were infected with at least one of five parasites (Toxocara spp., Dipylidium caninum, Ancylostoma caninum, Taenia spp. and Trichuris vulpis). Overall faecal egg intensity of infection was 49.9 ± 58.7 eggs/g (epg). The prevalence of infection was comparable between the markets and between the male and female dogs, but varied significantly (P < 0.05) by age, decreasing from 78.9% in pups to 36.0% in adult dogs. The mean intensity pattern was similar to that of prevalence, decreasing from 86.7 ± 63.0 epg in pups to 22.1 ± 34.4 in adults. The most important individual parasite infection was Ancylostoma spp. (39.2%; 30.0 ± 41.2 epg) while T. vulpis was the least important (1.9%; 0.7 ± 5.4 epg). Generally, prevalence and intensity patterns of each parasite were also comparable between the markets and between sexes, but significantly (P < 0.05) age-dependent. The implications of these findings to public health in Nigeria and other endemic countries are discussed in relation to options for cost-effective control design and implementation.

The prevalence and intensity of gastrointestinal parasites of dogs in Ile-Ife, Nigeria

2009 ◽  
Vol 83 (1) ◽  
pp. 27-31 ◽  
Author(s):  
Oluyomi A. Sowemimo
Keyword(s):  
Intestinal Parasites ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Toxocara Canis ◽  
Gastrointestinal Parasites ◽  
Intestinal Helminth ◽  
Helminth Parasites ◽  
Faecal Samples ◽  
Free Ranging ◽  
Trichuris Vulpis ◽  
Toxascaris Leonina

AbstractA study of gastrointestinal parasites in 269 faecal samples from dogs (Canis familiaris) collected from Ile-Ife, Nigeria between January and December 2004, revealed seven helminth species:Toxocara canis33.8%,Ancylostomasp. 34.6%,Toxascaris leonina3.3%,Trichuris vulpis3.7%,Dipylidium caninum4.1%,Uncinaria stenocephala0.7% andTaeniasp. 1.1%. The faecal egg intensities, determined as mean eggs per gram of faeces ( ± SEM) were:T. canis393.8 ± 83.4,Ancylostomasp. 101.5 ± 32.8,T. leonina14.3 ± 7.9,T. vulpis3.4 ± 1.5,D. caninum2.2 ± 0.8,U. stenocephala0.2 ± 0.2. The prevalence of intestinal parasites was significantly higher (P < 0.05) in dogs of age 0–6 months than in older age groups. There was no significance difference in overall prevalence of intestinal helminth parasites between male (58.3%) and female (50.0%) dogs (P>0.05). The prevalence of helminth parasites was significantly higher (P < 0.05) in free-ranging than in kennelled dogs. The prevalence of helminth parasites was also significantly higher (P < 0.05) in African shepherds than in Alsatians and other exotic breeds. Each helminth parasite had similar prevalences and intensities among both genders (P>0.05) except inT. vulpis. The overall prevalence of intestinal parasites may continue to rise due to lack of functional veterinary clinics for dog care in Ile-Ife. Therefore, there is the need to establish a veterinary facility in Ile-Ife.

scholarly journals Gastrointestinal helminth parasites of local chickens from selected communities in Nsukka region of south eastern Nigeria

2015 ◽  
Vol 40 (4) ◽  
pp. 1376-1380 ◽  
Author(s):  
I. K. Idika ◽  
C. F. Obi ◽  
I. O. Ezeh ◽  
C. N. Iheagwam ◽  
I. N. Njoku ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Helminth Parasites ◽  
South Eastern ◽  
Gastrointestinal Helminth ◽  
Local Chickens

Prevalence of Intestinal Helminth Infections of Stray Dogs of Public Health Significance in Lagos Metropolis, Nigeria

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 24-32
Author(s):  
Olatunji Ayodeji Abulude
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Health Problem ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Helminth Species ◽  
Intestinal Helminth ◽  
Mixed Infections ◽  
Major Public Health Problem ◽  
Helminth Parasites ◽  
Stray Dogs ◽  
Helminth Infections

Globally, stray dogs have been a major source of zoonoses such as cutaneous larval migrans, visceral larval migrans and hydatidosis. These dogs are recognized as being a major public health problem where their population is unchecked. This study was conducted to determine the prevalence of intestinal helminth parasites of stray dogs in Lagos metropolis. Stools of 96 stray dogs were examined microscopically for ova of these parasites using centrifugation flotation method. Four species of intestinal helminths were identified. The overall prevalence of helminths infection was 61.4%, with Ancylostoma caninum having a prevalence of 62.5%, Toxocara canis 20.8%, Dipylidium caninum 18.7% and Strongyloides stercoralis 2.0%. T. canis had the highest worm burden of 1,250 egg per gram (EPG) while S. stercoralis had the least (100 EPG). The areas with the most helminth infections were Yaba (n=12, X̄=1.58, SD=0.793), Agege (n=11, X̄=1.73, SD=0.786) and Ikotun (n=11, X̄=1.45, SD=0.820). S. stercoralis was only found in samples obtained from Mushin and Ikorodu. Most of the stool samples obtained from this study had mixed infections, 83.3% were infected with three helminth species, 8.3% were infected with four helminth species and none had double infection. Mushin had the most mixed infections (n=4, X̄=1.900, SD=1.101) while Obalende had the least (n=1, X̄=1.000, SD=0.000). Most of the intestinal helminth parasites identified in this study are zoonotic and thus pose a public health problem. Environmental factors seem to influence the health condition of these dogs, thus concerted efforts should be made to reduce the growing population of stray dogs on the street of Lagos.

Detection of gastrointestinal helminth infections using coproantigen and molecular diagnostic approaches

1997 ◽  
Vol 71 (2) ◽  
pp. 103-108 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Fraser ◽  
P.S. Craig
Keyword(s):  
Molecular Diagnostic ◽  
Intestinal Helminth ◽  
Helminth Parasites ◽  
Gastrointestinal Helminth ◽  
Helminth Infections ◽  
Lethal Infection ◽  
Diagnostic Approaches ◽  
Livestock Productivity ◽  
Host Parasite ◽  
And Control

Intestinal helminth parasites are responsible for a significant amount of pathology in both humans and farmed animals, resulting in a reduction in the quality of life, and occasionally lethal infection as well as causing decreases in livestock productivity. The importance of these parasites globally has resulted in efforts to understand the mechanisms of the host–parasite interaction epidemiology, and to develop methods for diagnosis and control.

Copro-PCR prevalence of Echinococcus granulosus infection in dogs in Kerman, south-eastern Iran

2017 ◽  
Vol 92 (1) ◽  
pp. 17-21 ◽  
Author(s):  
S.R. Mirbadie ◽  
H. Kamyabi ◽  
M.A. Mohammadi ◽  
S. Shamsaddini ◽  
M.F. Harandi
Keyword(s):  
Echinococcus Granulosus ◽  
Pcr Analysis ◽  
Stray Dogs ◽  
South Eastern ◽  
Concentration Method ◽  
Eastern Iran ◽  
Faecal Samples ◽  
Control Programmes ◽  
Polymerase Chain ◽  
The City

AbstractThe main objective of this study was to determine the prevalence of taeniid parasites and the specific detection of Echinococcus granulosus using copro-DNA polymerase chain reaction (PCR) analysis in the stray dogs of Kerman, south-eastern Iran. From September 2013 to May 2014, faecal samples of stray dogs were collected from different parts of the city of Kerman and its suburbs. Faecal samples from dogs were collected randomly within 24 h of defecation. All samples were transferred to the research lab and coprological examinations were conducted by the formalin–ether concentration method. In the microscopically positive samples, mitochondrial cytochrome c oxidase subunit 1 (cox1) specific primers were used to determine the taeniid identity of the infection. In addition, another set of primers was used for the specific diagnosis of E. granulosus sensu lato. In total, 307 faecal samples from stray dogs were examined for the presence of the parasites. Taeniidae eggs were detected in 34 dogs (11.07%). All 34 taeniid-positive specimens were PCR positive for cox1 (444 bp). Of all taeniid-positive specimens, 21 samples (6.8% of all dog specimens) were positive according to primers specific for E. granulosus. The findings of the present study revealed that canine echinococcosis is prevalent in the stray dogs in Kerman. The findings of the present study have important implications for hydatid control programmes in the area.

Prevalence and seasonal changes in the gastro-intestinal helminths of Nigerian goats

1996 ◽  
Vol 70 (4) ◽  
pp. 329-333 ◽  
Author(s):  
C.O. Nwosu ◽  
A.F. Ogunrinade ◽  
B.O. Fagbemi
Keyword(s):  
Seasonal Changes ◽  
Rainy Season ◽  
Dry Season ◽  
Intestinal Helminth ◽  
Helminth Parasites ◽  
Cysticercus Tenuicollis ◽  
Large Numbers ◽  
Oesophagostomum Columbianum ◽  
Faecal Samples ◽  
First Time

AbstractA total of 120 gastro-intestinal tracts and 960 faecal samples were examined to assess the prevalence and seasonal changes in the gastro-intestinal helminth parasites of Red Sokoto (maradi) goats slaughtered at Ibadan between May 1991 and April 1992. Egg types of strongyles, Strongyloides, Trichuris, Skrjabinema, Dicrocoelium and Moniezia were encountered in 93%, 83%, 44%, 0.9%, 2.3% and 31% of the faecal samples respectively. However, only strongyle, Strongyloides and Trichuris eggs occurred in large numbers and were more common during the rainy season than in the dry season. The parasites recorded and their prevalences were Haemonchus contortus (90.0%), H. ovis (5.0%), Strongyloides papillosus (80.8%), Trichostrongylus colubriformis (78.3%), T. axei (69.2%), Trichuris ovis (72.5%), T. globulosa (38.3%), Oesophagostomum columbianum (67.5%), Cooperia curticei (58.3%) Gaigeria pachyscelis (40.8%), Skrjabinema ovis (5.0%), Nematodirus battus (5.8%), Moniezia expansa (29.2%), M. benedeni (10.0%), Paramphistomum spp. (5.0%) and Cysticercus tenuicollis (33.3%). Haemonchus ovis is reported for the first time in Nigeria. Mixed infections were most prevalent. Young goats were more commonly infected and had higher worm counts than adult goats. Only Haemonchus, Trichostrongylus, Strongyloides and Cooperia spp. occurred in large numbers. Irrespective of the age of the goats, higher worm counts were generally encountered during the rainy season than in the dry season. The results are discussed in relation to the control of helminthiasis in grazing animals in Nigeria.

Epidemiology of intestinal helminth parasites of dogs in Ibadan, Nigeria

2008 ◽  
Vol 82 (1) ◽  
pp. 89-93 ◽  
Author(s):  
O.A. Sowemimo ◽  
S.O. Asaolu
Keyword(s):  
Toxocara Canis ◽  
Intestinal Helminth ◽  
Helminth Parasites ◽  
Gastrointestinal Helminths ◽  
Helminth Eggs ◽  
Faecal Samples ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Parasite Infections ◽  
Toxascaris Leonina ◽  
Ibadan Nigeria

AbstractAn epidemiological study of gastrointestinal helminths of dogs (Canis familiaris) in two veterinary clinics in Ibadan, Nigeria, was conducted between January 2001 and December 2002. Faecal samples collected from 959 dogs were processed by modified Kato–Katz technique and then examined for helminth eggs. The results of the study showed that 237 (24.7%) of the dogs examined were infected with different types of helminths. The prevalences for the various helminth eggs observed were: Toxocara canis 9.0%, Ancylostoma spp. 17.9%, Toxascaris leonina 0.6%, Trichuris vulpis 0.5%, Uncinaria stenocephala 0.4% and Dipylidium caninum 0.2%. The faecal egg intensities, determined as mean egg count/gram of faeces ( ± SEM), were: T. canis 462.0 ± 100.5, Ancylostoma spp. 54.1 ± 8.6, T. leonina 0.8 ± 0.4, T. vulpis 0.1 ± 0.0, U. stenocephala 1.0 ± 0.7 and D. caninum 0.2 ± 0.1. Host age was found to be a significant factor with respect to the prevalence and intensity of T. canis and Ancylostoma spp. There was no significant difference in the prevalence of intestinal helminth parasites between male (27.0%) and female (22.5%) dogs (P>0.05). The prevalence of helminth parasites was significantly higher (P < 0.05) in the local breed (African shepherd) (41.2%) than in Alsatian dogs (16.2%) or in other exotic breeds (21.0%). Single parasite infections (85.7%) were more common than mixed infections (3.5%).

A survey of gastro intestinal helminth parasites of stray dogs in Zaria, Nigeria

1979 ◽  
Vol 104 (7) ◽  
pp. 145-146 ◽  
Author(s):  
B. Dada ◽  
D. Adegboye ◽  
A. Mohammed
Keyword(s):  
Intestinal Helminth ◽  
Helminth Parasites ◽  
Stray Dogs

Prevalence of Gastrointestinal Helminth Parasites of Himalayan goral (Naemorhedus goral) in Kazinag National Park, Jammu and Kashmir, India

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jahangir Ahmad Dar ◽  
Mustahson F. Fazili ◽  
Bilal A. Bhat ◽  
Riyaz Ahmad ◽  
Ishfaq Nazir Wani
Keyword(s):  
National Park ◽  
Animal Species ◽  
Helminth Infection ◽  
Natural Populations ◽  
Gastrointestinal Parasites ◽  
Helminth Parasites ◽  
Jammu And Kashmir ◽  
Gastrointestinal Helminth ◽  
Faecal Samples ◽  
Different Seasons

Background: Natural populations of ungulates are threatened by pathogens and parasites with gastrointestinal parasites being the most widespread. Parasitic infestation is one of the major problems in the management and a growing concern for the conservation of threatened wild animal species. The current study was undertaken to evaluate prevalence of gastrointestinal helminth parasites in Himalayan goral (Naemorhedus goral) in Kazinag National Park (KNP) of Kashmir.Methods: From May 2018 to June 2020, a total of 463 fresh faecal samples of Himalayan goral were collected from Kazinag National Park. The samples were processed by the standard sedimentation and floatation techniques.Result: Out of 463 faecal samples examined, 236 were found infected with GIT helminthes. In the present study five helminth species were found including, four nematodes [Haemonchus contortus (35.70%), Trichuris ovis (23.40%), Strongyloides spp. (20.80%) and Trichostrongylus spp. (12.30%)] and one cestode [Moneizia expansa (8.00%)]. Based on the severity of infection, 80.6% of goral positive samples were severely infected (epg greater than 1,500), 9.4% heavily infected (epg = 1,100-1,500), 3.3% moderately infected (epg = 800-1,000) and 6.8% mildly infected (epg = 500). Epidemiological prevalence of GIT helminthes in goral was profoundly influenced by different seasons. The maximum helminth infection was observed in summer season and minimum in winter (p = 0.03). Mixed infection was observed in 206 fecal samples with a prevalence of 47.24%.

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