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ArticleFrontiers in veterinary science2026

Diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to acute prostatitis in dogs: a survey of Italian veterinary practitioners.

Martina Gavezzoli, Francesca Fidanzio, Giulia Catellani, Alessandro Vetere, Andrea Corsini, Martina Fumeo, Antonella Volta, Maria Carmela Pisu, Francesco Di Ianni

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Martina GavezzoliDepartment of Veterinary Science, University of Parma, Parma, Italy.
Francesca FidanzioDepartment of Veterinary Science, University of Parma, Parma, Italy.
Giulia CatellaniDepartment of Veterinary Science, University of Parma, Parma, Italy.
Alessandro VetereDepartment of Veterinary Science, University of Parma, Parma, Italy.
Andrea CorsiniDepartment of Veterinary Science, University of Parma, Parma, Italy.
Martina FumeoDepartment of Veterinary Science, University of Parma, Parma, Italy.
Antonella VoltaDepartment of Veterinary Science, University of Parma, Parma, Italy.
Maria Carmela PisuVRC-Centro di Referenza Veterinario, Turin, Italy.
Francesco Di IanniDepartment of Veterinary Science, University of Parma, Parma, Italy.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Acute prostatitis is a clinically significant condition in dogs that requires accurate diagnosis and appropriate therapeutic management. According to International Society for Companion Animal Infectious Diseases guidelines, culture and sensitivity testing (CST) is strongly recommended, ideally using prostatic samples when feasible, and antimicrobial therapy should be based on culture results and administered for an adequate duration. This study aimed to evaluate current diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to acute prostatitis among Italian veterinary practitioners, with particular emphasis on culture and sensitivity testing (CST), antimicrobial therapy, and hormonal management. An anonymous observational survey consisting of 18 mandatory questions was distributed online to veterinarians across Italy (February 10-24, 2025). Responses (

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andrology diagnosisantibiotic resistanceCPSEdogs prostateprostatitis

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