Correction to: Seroprevalences of Rickettsia conorii, Ehrlichia canis and Coxiella burnetii in Dogs from Montenegro

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Retrospective Study on the Occurrence of Antibodies against Coxiella burnetii in Dogs from Central Italy

“…A recent study in Montenegro found antibodies to C. burnetii in three dogs (1.2%), two from the public dog shelter and one from the coastal area. This low seroprevalence has been explained by the fact that Q fever was not endemic or enzootic in the investigated area [9].…”

“…burnetii-infected dogs and cats can develop asymptomatic forms, and pregnant females may have abortions as well. DNA of the agent was found in different canine specimens, suggesting that dogs may be a source of infections for their owners and other animals [8,9].…”