Canine infection with Dirofilaria immitis, Borrelia burgdorferi, Anaplasma spp., and Ehrlichia spp. in the United States, 2010-2012

The geographic distribution of canine vector-borne disease agents in the United States appears to be expanding. Monitoring canine test results is an important tool for accurately mapping the geographic distribution of these agents. Image: United States distribution maps for heartworm, Lyme disease, ehrlichiosis, and anaplasmosis.

Source: Parasites and Vectors - May 30, 2014 Category: Microbiology Authors: Susan LittleMelissa BeallDwight BowmanRamaswamy ChandrashekarJohn Stamaris Source Type: research