The Prevalence of Campylobacter spp. and Occurrence of Virulence Genes Isolated from Dogs
Journal Title: Polish Journal of Microbiology - Year 2015, Vol 64, Issue 1
Abstract
This study was conducted to determine the prevalence of <em>Campylobacter</em> spp. isolated from dogs’ faecal samples. From June 2012 to June 2013, a total of 210 faecal samples from pet dogs living in different kennels (n = 210) were collected by the owners in Greater Poland Voivodeship, Poznań District, Poland. The study revealed that 105 out of 210 faecal samples (50%) contained <em>Campylobacter</em>. The highest prevalence of <em>Campylobacter</em> spp. occurred in spring (81%), followed by winter (64%). The <em>cad</em>F gene was found in 100% of the isolates tested. The occurrence of the other genes was variable. The isolates from young dogs were characterised by higher occurrence of virulence genes.
Authors and Affiliations
Marek Selwet, Tomasz Cłapa, Mariola Galbas, Ryszard Słomski, Filip Porzucek
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