Abstract
INTRODUCTION:
The present study aimed to assess the seroprevalence and spatial distribution of Neospora caninum and Toxoplasma gondii in dogs.
METHODS:
Blood samples (n = 241) were collected and analyzed for the presence of anti-N. caninum and anti-T. gondii antibodies. The spatial distribution was evaluated using kernel density estimation (KDE).
RESULTS
Anti-N. caninum and anti-T. gondii antibodies were detected in 24.06% (58/241) and 9.54% (23/241) of samples, respectively. A heterogeneous spatial distribution of positive dogs was observed across the city.
CONCLUSIONS
These data are pivotal for better understanding the dynamics of infection caused by these protozoa in the canine population.
Keywords:
Neosporosis; Toxoplasmosis; Canine medicine; Spatial distribution