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¹Adesiji, Y. O., ²Oluwayelu, D. O., and ³Aiyedun, J. O.

¹Department of Medical Microbiology and Parasitology, College of Health Sciences, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, Nigeria ²Department of Veterinary Microbiology, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria ³Department of Veterinary Public Health and Preventive Medicine, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria

*Correspondence to: yoadesiji@lautech.edu.ng

Abstract:

Background: Dermatophytosis (ringworm) is a zoonotic fungal skin infection caused predominantly by Microsporum canis, Microsporum gypseum and Trichophyton spp. It is highly transmissible and, while normally self-limiting, could be problematic due to its potential to cause disease in certain human populations. The occurrence and associated risk factors of dermatophytoses in dogs presented at three veterinary clinics in Osogbo, and Ilorin, Nigeria between July and November 2019 were investigated in this study.

Methodology: This was a descriptive cross-sectional study of 325 dogs with lesions suggestive of dermato- phytosis, selected by simple random sampling from three veterinary clinics in Osogbo and Ilorin, purposively selected for the study due to high patronage of the veterinary hospitals by dog owners. Using conventional mycological sampling techniques, plucked hairs and skin scrapings were obtained the dogs. The samples were emulsified in 10% potassium hydroxide, examined microscopically for fungal elements and cultured using standard mycological procedures. Information on dog demographic characteristics and risk factors for dermatophytosis were collected using structured questionnaire. The association between risk factors and demographic variables with the occurrence of dermatophytoses was determined using Chi-square test (with Odds ratio and 95% confidence interval) and p value < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Continue reading “Prevalence and risk factors associated with canine dermatophytoses among dogs in Kwara and Osun States, Nigeria”

*Elom, M. O., Obeji, N. N., Nworie, A., and Usanga, V.
Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki, Nigeria
*Correspondence to: michaelokpara147@gmail.com

Abstract:
Background: Cats and dogs are important companion animals that paradoxically pose risks of zoonotic infections to their owners. This study determined the ectoparasitic infestations of cats and dogs in a semi-rural setting of Ebonyi State, so as to establish the prevalence of the ectoparasites among the companion animals for creation of public health awareness relevant to prevention of zoonoses in the area.
Methods: One hundred dogs and 21 cats from Izzi Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, were examined for ectoparasitic infestations, using standard parasitological techniques. Systematic random sampling technique was employed in the study. Parasites were identified with standard identification guides. Data were analysed using aspects of Bush infection statistics and Chi-square. Statistical significance was established at p<0.05.
Results: Out of the 100 dogs examined, 80 (80%), 8 (8%), 6 (6%), 2 (2%) and 4 (4%) were infested with Rhipicephalus sanguineus, Haemaphysalis longicornis, Ctenocephalides canis, Ctenocephalides felis and Sarcoptes scabiei respectively. A significant association was observed between R. sanguineus and the dogs (X2=100.00; p=0.000). Six (28.6%) of the 21 cats examined were infested with C. felis, with significant statistical association (X2=21.000; p=0.000) and 2 (9.5%) were infested with Otodectes cynotis but no significant association (X2=5.526; p=0.063).
Conclusion: Based on the observed prevalence of ectoparasites among the animals, collaborative efforts of the medical and veterinary personnel are solicited in the spirit of ‘one health’ in order to protect the health of the pets and those of their owners.

Keywords: Ectoparasitism, Cats, Dogs, Ebonyi State, Zoonoses

Received July 29, 2019; Revised October 10, 2019; Accepted October 11, 2019
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Ectoparasitic infestations of canines Afr. J. Clin. Exper. Microbiol. 2020; 21 (1): 72-77

Infestations ectoparasites de chats et de chiens dans la zone de gouvernement local d’Izzi, dans l’État d’Ebonyi, au Nigéria: communication succincte concernant l’approche «One Health» de la lutte contre les zoonoses potentielles

*Elom, M. O., Obeji, N. N., Nworie, A. et Usanga, V.
Département des sciences de laboratoire médical, université d’État Ebonyi, Abakaliki, Nigéria *Correspondance à: michaelokpara147@gmail.com
Abstrait:
Contexte: Les chats et les chiens sont des animaux de compagnie importants qui, paradoxalement, présentent des risques d’infections zoonotiques pour leurs propriétaires. Cette étude a déterminé les infestations ectoparasites de chats et de chiens dans un cadre semi-rural de l’État d’Ebonyi, de manière à établir la prévalence des ectoparasites parmi les animaux de compagnie afin de sensibiliser la santé publique à la prévention des zoonoses dans la région.

Méthodes: Des infestations d’ectoparasites ont été examinées chez 100 chiens et 21 chats de la région du gouvernement local d’Izzi, dans l’État d’Ebonyi, à l’aide de techniques parasitologiques classiques. La technique d’échantillonnage aléatoire systématique a été utilisée dans l’étude. Les parasites ont été identifiés avec des guides d’identification standard. Les données ont été analysées à l’aide d’aspects des statistiques d’infection de Bush et du chi carré. La signification statistique a été établie à p<0,05. Résultats: Sur les 100 chiens examinés, 80 (80%), 8 (8%), 6 (6%), 2 (2%) et 4 (4%) étaient infestés par Rhipicephalus sanguineus, Haemaphysalis longicornis, Ctenocephalides canis, Ctenocephalides felis et Sarcoptes scabiei respectivement. Une association significative a été observée entre R. sanguineus et les chiens (X2=100,00; p=0,000). Six (28,6%) des 21 chats examinés étaient infestés par C. felis, avec une association statistique significative (X2=21 000; p=0,000) et 2 (9,5%) étaient infestés par Otodectes cynotis mais aucune association significative (X2=5,526; p=0,063). Conclusion: sur la base de la prévalence observée d’ectoparasites chez les animaux, des efforts de collaboration du personnel médical et vétérinaire sont sollicités dans l’esprit de «one health» afin de protéger la santé des animaux et de leurs propriétaires.

Mots clés: Ectoparasitisme, Chats, Chiens, Etat d’Ebonyi, Zoonoses

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Ectoparasitic infestations of cats and dogs in Izzi Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, Nigeria: brief communication for ‘One Health’ approach to control of potential zoonoses