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ArticleFrontiers in veterinary science2024

Zoonoses in dog and cat shelters in North-East Italy: update on emerging, neglected and known zoonotic agents.

Elisa Mazzotta, Laura Lucchese, Michela Corrò, Letizia Ceglie, Patrizia Danesi, Katia Capello, Alda Natale

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Article in Frontiers in veterinary science, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 10 papers.

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7 authors.

Elisa MazzottaIstituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale delle Venezie, Legnaro, Italy.
Laura LuccheseIstituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale delle Venezie, Legnaro, Italy.
Michela CorròIstituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale delle Venezie, Legnaro, Italy.
Letizia CeglieIstituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale delle Venezie, Legnaro, Italy.
Patrizia DanesiIstituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale delle Venezie, Legnaro, Italy.
Katia CapelloIstituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale delle Venezie, Legnaro, Italy.
Alda NataleIstituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale delle Venezie, Legnaro, Italy.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Introduction: Shelters for stray dogs and cats deserve careful monitoring for zoonotic risk, as they represent a crucial point for prevention and control of infection spread. Data sorting to prioritize zoonotic agents in a geographic area need constant updating, but no regular official programs are ongoing, to allow an efficient risk survey for these animal species. This study aimed to conduct a comprehensive investigation of the prevalence of certain known, potential and emerging zoonoses within the framework of the routine monitoring of dog and cat shelters in North-East Italy. Methods: A total of 389 cats and 257 dogs housed in public veterinary services shelters and feline colonies were included in the present investigation. The animals originated from the provinces of Padua, Venice, Rovigo, Vicenza, Verona, Trento and Bolzano. Serological, molecular and microbiological diagnostics were implemented to investigate the prevalence of Results: Data about some known zoonoses (e.g., serological positivity of Discussion: The prevention of the zoonotic risk requires a re-examination of the complex interaction between humans, animals, and environment. This is of particular importance in settings like companion animal shelters, which serve as key sites for disease monitoring and zoonotic risk mitigation. The study highlights the need to monitor and prioritize the zoonotic pathogens, to implement and constantly update surveillance and specific training programs for the kennels' operators, and management of epidemiological risks.

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cat shelterdog shelteremergent zoonosesneglected zoonosesOne Health

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