Serosurvey for canine distemper virus exposure in dogs in communal lands in Zimbabwe |
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Authors: | Kelly P J Musuka G Eoghin G Nic Tebje-Kelly J B U Carter S |
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Institution: | Faculty of Veterinary Science, University of Zimbabwe, P.O. Box MP 167, Mount Pleasant, Harare, Zimbabwe. pkelly@rossvet.edu.kn |
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Abstract: | Sera from 173 apparently healthy, unvaccinated dogs from 4 widely separated communal lands in Zimbabwe were tested by ELISA for antibodies against canine distemper virus. Overall, 82% were positive with high prevalences found in each communal land. The highest seroprevalence was in dogs between 1 and 2 years of age (91%; 49/54). These results show dogs in the communal lands of Zimbabwe are commonly exposed to canine distemper virus and that a substantial number survive infection. The role that the virus might play in the high mortality rate of the dog population on communal land warrants further investigation. |
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