The prevalence of intestinal parasites in dogs and cats in Calgary, Alberta |
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| Authors: | Joffe Daniel Van Niekerk Drew Gagné France Gilleard John Kutz Susan Lobingier Robert |
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| Institution: | Calgary Animal Referral and Emergency Centre, 7140 12th Street SE, Calgary, Alberta T2H 2Y4, Canada. joffed@shaw.ca |
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| Abstract: | The prevalence of endoparasites was evaluated in 619 dogs and 153 cats in the Calgary, Alberta region. Both homed and shelter-sourced pets were evaluated, and prevalence was assessed in various age groups. The overall endoparasite prevalence was 16.5% in canine samples and 7.2% in feline samples. The most common intestinal parasites in dogs were Giardia (8.1%) and ascarids (4.2%). The most common feline endoparasite was ascarids (6.5%). This study will help veterinarians to better plan diagnostic and preventative strategies with regard to companion animal intestinal parasites. |
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