A comparative field efficacy trial of three treatment programs against endo- and ectoparasites in naturally infected dogs.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Tropical climates in remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in northern Australia are conducive to the transmission of canine helminths such as hookworms, as well as ectoparasites such as fleas and ticks. In addition to their veterinary importance, these parasites may present a zoonotic risk either directly, or as potential vectors for bacterial pathogens. These factors necessitate efficacious and effective antiparasitic treatment programs for community dogs.

Methods

A cluster-randomised trial was performed on three islands in the Torres Strait to examine the short-term efficacy and medium-term effectiveness of three treatment programs. Treatments administered included oral oxibendazole/praziquantel (Paragard^®) and oral afoxolaner (N

SUBMITTER: Raw C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11410704 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature