Faecal prevalence, distribution and risk factors associated with canine soil-transmitted helminths contaminating urban parks across Australia

This study reveals a high rate of contamination with cSTHs in dog parks in urban Australia, most of which having proven zoonotic potential. Preventive measures, including awareness-raising educational programs promoting responsible pet ownership, should be encouraged to minimise the health risks associated with cSTHs for both dogs and humans.PMID:36007621 | DOI:10.1016/j.ijpara.2022.08.001

Source: International Journal for Parasitology - August 25, 2022 Category: Parasitology Authors: Luca Massetti Anke Wiethoelter Phillip McDonagh Louise Rae Lara Marwedel Frederic Beugnet Vito Colella Rebecca J Traub Source Type: research