Flea species from dogs and cats in northern Greece: environmental and clinical implications

Koutinas, A. F.; Papazahariadou, M.; Rallis, Timoleon; Tzivara, Nancy H.; Himonas, C.

doi:10.1016/0304-4017(94)00706-i

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“…In a recent study from western Romania, the most common flea in both dogs and cats was C. felis, followed by C. canis and P. irritans (Morariu et al 2006). Examination of dogs and cats in Greece revealed the presence of four species of fleas: C. canis, C. felis, P. irritans, and Xenopsylla cheopis were recorded on dogs and C. felis and C. canis on cats (one case of a mixed infestation; Haralampides 1978;Koutinas et al 1995;Christodoulopoulos et al 2006). Despite being not as prominent as in the dogs from Tirana, C. canis was more prevalent than C. felis in the dogs examined in Greece.…”

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Ectoparasites of dogs and cats in Albania

Xhaxhiu

Kusi²,

Rapti

et al. 2009

Parasitol Res

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One hundred eighty-one dogs and 26 short-hair cats from suburban areas around Tirana, Albania were examined for ectoparasite infestation. The dogs were examined on several occasions from 2005 through 2009 representing three seasons: winter (December-February), spring (March-May), and summer (June-August); the cats were examined in late autumn (November). In addition, deep ear swab specimens of 30 dogs were examined for ear mites. The arthropod ectoparasite fauna of the dogs included two tick species (Rhipicephalus sanguineus and Ixodes ricinus), three mite species (Sarcoptes scabiei var. canis, Otodectes cynotis, and Demodex canis), three flea species (Ctenocephalides canis, Ctenocephalides felis, and Pulex irritans), and one louse species (Trichodectes canis). In the dogs, rates of infestation were 23.8% for R. sanguineus, 0.6% for I. ricinus, 4.4% for S. scabiei var. canis, 6.7% for O. cynotis, 0.6% for D. canis, 75.7% for C. canis, 5.0% for C. felis, 8.3% for P. irritans, and 6.6% for T. canis. Mixed infestation with two or three species of ectoparasites was recorded on 38.1% of the dogs. Fleas infested 75.7% dogs (geometric mean, 3.96; range, 1-80) and were observed in winter, spring, and summer with increasing prevalences of 64.3%, 75.9%, and 100%. Ticks parasitized 24.3% of the dogs (geometric mean, 0.41; range, 1-331). R. sanguineus ticks were recorded on 34.2% and 50% of the dogs examined in spring and summer, respectively, but were absent on the dogs during winter except for a single I. ricinus specimen observed. Prevalence of infestation with R. sanguineus, S. scabiei var. canis, C. felis, P. irritans, and T. canis did not differ between dogs< or = 6 months and dogs > 6 months of age; however, prevalence of infestation with C. canis was significantly (p < 0.01) higher in dogs > 6 months old. There was no difference between the sexes for the prevalences of infestation with those parasites. The examination of the cats revealed infestation with only one species of ectoparasite, C. felis (prevalence, 100%; geometric mean, 2.5; range, 1-9).

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Ectoparasites of dogs and cats in Albania

Xhaxhiu

Kusi²,

Rapti

et al. 2009

Parasitol Res

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“…C. felis felis is more adaptable than C. canis, since it infests more host species and has therefore become established in more extensive areas (HOPKINS et al, 1953). According to KOUTINAS et al (1995), the distribution of these species is related to environmental factors that influence their survival, development and reproduction.…”

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Ctenocephalides felis felis vs. Ctenocephalides canis (Siphonaptera: Pulicidae): some issues in correctly identify these species

Linardi

Santos

2012

Rev. Bras. Parasitol. Vet.

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Ctenocephalides felis felis is one of the most important ectoparasites of dogs and cats throughout the world, because of its geographical distribution, dual parasitological action as an infesting agent and a vector of diseases, the economic losses and the acquired resistance against common insecticides. In Brazil, it surpasses Ctenocephalides canis in distribution, number of host species infested, prevalence and epidemiological importance. However, in some studies the species have been misidentified on the basis of their morphological characters included in taxonomic keys. The morphological variations of chaetotaxy, especially those on the dorsal margin of the hind tibia and lateral metanotal area (LMA), found in certain specimens, have sometimes been erroneously treated as hybrids, in spite of the nonexistence of the two species of Ctenocephalides in the same municipality or region. This review focuses on the characteristics used for interspecific diagnosis and intraspecific variations found between the species. Data on distribution, hosts, prevalence and parasitological action are also presented as an auxiliary means for recognizing the species.

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“…Fleas are usually associated with dermatitis and allergic reactions with varying degrees of severity (KOUTINAS et al, 1995). Fleas, ticks and sucking lice exhibit hematophagic behavior, and some species act as intermediate hosts and/or vectors of pathogens such as Ehrlichia spp., Anaplasma spp., Rickettsia spp., Borrelia spp., Bartonella spp., Babesia spp.…”

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“…Although Ctenocephalides is an important cause of flea allergy (KOUTINAS et al, 1995), the immunogenic potential of P. simulans is unknown and may be important given its coexistence with C. felis in this region. In addition, the widespread presence of chewing lice can affect the animals by causing further skin irritation and stress (VARGAS;MÉNDEZ, 1987).…”

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Ectoparasites of dogs in home environments on the Caribbean slope of Costa Rica

Troyo

Calderón-Arguedas

Alvarado

et al. 2012

Rev. Bras. Parasitol. Vet.

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Reports on ectoparasites on dogs in Central America are scarce. The aim of this study was to identify flea, louse and tick species infesting dogs in home environments on the Caribbean slope of Costa Rica, and determine their frequency and coexistence. Ectoparasites were collected from dogs in 83 rural homes at five study sites. Specimens were identified and separated according to species. Fleas were the most common ectoparasite (G = 22,217, DF = 8, p = 0.004). Ctenocephalides felis and Pulex simulans were found in 83% and 55% of the homes with ectoparasites, respectively. Trichodectes canis (13%), Heterodoxus spiniger (10%), Rhipicephalus sanguineus (18%), Rhipicephalus (Boophilus) microplus (5%) and Amblyomma ovale (8%) were also present. More than one species was collected in most cases (66%), and the most common combination was C. felis and P. simulans (59% of homes with fleas). The high frequency of P. simulans emphasizes the need for adequate identification. This was the first study involving different ectoparasites of dogs in Costa Rica, as well as the first report of T. canis in this country. The relative frequency and coexistence of these ectoparasites in the home environment may have implications for animal and human health.Keywords: Domestic dogs, Pulex simulans, Ixodida, Siphonaptera, Phthiraptera, Costa Rica. ResumoRelatos de ectoparasitos em cães da América Central são escassos. O objetivo deste estudo foi identificar espécies de pulgas, piolhos e carrapatos que infestam os cães no ambiente doméstico da vertente Caribe da Costa Rica, determinando sua frequência e coexistência. Foram coletados ectoparasitos de cães em 83 casas rurais de cinco sítios do estudo. Os indivíduos foram separados e identificados. Os ectoparasitos mais comuns foram as pulgas (G = 22.217, DF = 8, p = 0.004). Ctenocephalides felis e Pulex simulans foram observados em 83% e 55% das moradias com ectoparasitos, respectivamente. Da mesma forma também foram observados Trichodectes canis (13%), Heterodoxus spiniger (10%), Rhipicephalus sanguineus (18%), Rhipicephalus (Boophilus) microplus (5%) e Amblyomma ovale (8%). Na maioria dos casos, mais de uma espécie foi achada (66%), sendo que a combinação mais comum foi C. felis e P. simulans (59% de moradias com pulgas). A frequência alta de P. simulans ressalta a necessidade de sua adequada identificação. Este é o primeiro estudo que envolve diferentes ectoparasitas de cães na Costa Rica, da mesma forma, é o primeiro relato de T. canis no país. A frequência relativa e coexistência destes ectoparasitos no ambiente domiciliar poderiam ter implicações na saúde animal e humana.

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Flea species from dogs and cats in northern Greece: environmental and clinical implications

Cited by 56 publications

References 13 publications

Ectoparasites of dogs and cats in Albania

Ectoparasites of dogs and cats in Albania

Ctenocephalides felis felis vs. Ctenocephalides canis (Siphonaptera: Pulicidae): some issues in correctly identify these species

Ectoparasites of dogs in home environments on the Caribbean slope of Costa Rica

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