Clinical investigation and management of Brucella suis seropositive dogs: A longitudinal case series

Abstract

Background: Brucellosis in dogs caused by Brucella suis is an emerging zoonotic disease. Objectives: To document clinical characteristics, serology, microbiology, and clinical response to treatment in B. suis-seropositive dogs. Animals: Longitudinal study of 27 privately-owned dogs. Dogs that tested positive by serology, culture, or real-time polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) were included in the study. Methods: Clinical (physical examination and imaging) and laboratory (serology, hematology, serum biochemistry, and qPCR or culture) assessments were made at baseline and after approximately 3, 6, 12, and 18 months. Results: Dogs were followed for 10 895 dog days, with 17/27 dogs completing the..