Levantamento de parasitas de caráter zoonótico em cães domiciliados e semidomiciliados do município de Bayeux/PB

Abstract

This survey demonstrates the main gastrointestinal helminths in the feces of domiciled and semi-domiciled dogs, and estimates the occurrence of ectoparasites of canids located in the neighborhood of Mário Andreazza, Bayeux city - PB; Aiming to measure the occurrence of helminths of zoononitc character and advise owners on the importance of preventing parasitic diseases, as well as the relationship with public health. Two hundred dogs were evaluated, and 126 fecal samples were collected from dogs of varying age, male and female. The technique used for stool analysis was the Direct Examination of fresh stools. Of the analyzed animals 54% (68/126) were positive for helminths, being 25% (31/126) zoonotic character, citing Ancylostoma spp, and Strongyloides spp. It was also observed high frequency of ectoparasitoses in these canids, 74% (148/200) and 61% (121/200) infested by ticks and fleas respectively, and that only 38% (75/200) of the owners take prophylactic measures against parasites in dogs, thus demonstrating the failure of animal care, and consequently, the lack of guidance on the risks that some parasites may entail. It is concluded that the high frequency of gastrointestinal helminths in the canine population of the Mário Andreazza neighborhood, indicates a large environmental contamination in the urban area by these parasites, and that, together with the occurrence of ectoparasites, may lead to serious public health implications, being necessary conducting control measures and responsible tenure programs.