Assessing knowledge, attitudes, and practices of Canadian veterinarians with regard to Lyme disease in dogs.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The blacklegged tick (BLT) is a vector for the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi (Bb), which causes Lyme disease. Range expansion of the BLT in Canada is related to an increased risk of Lyme disease in many regions. Current literature, such as the 2018 American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine consensus statement, suggests that there may be differences in the approaches of veterinarians who encounter dogs exposed to Bb and dogs with Lyme disease.

Objectives

To determine current knowledge, attitudes, and practices of Canadian veterinarians regarding Lyme disease in dogs.

Animals

None.

Methods

An online survey was distributed to Canadian veterinarians through veterinary associations and industries. Survey responses were analyzed using descriptive s

SUBMITTER: Nichol GK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7848372 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature