Canine and feline vector-borne diseases in Italy: current situation and perspectives

<p>Abstract</p> <p>In Italy, dogs and cats are at risk of becoming infected by different vector-borne pathogens, including protozoa, bacteria, and helminths. Ticks, fleas, phlebotomine sand flies, and mosquitoes are recognized vectors of pathogens affecting cats and dogs, some of w...

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Main Authors: Dantas-Torres Filipe, Otranto Domenico
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-01-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
Online Access:http://www.parasitesandvectors.com/content/3/1/2