Journal of
Parasitology and Vector Biology

  • Abbreviation: J. Parasitol. Vector Biol.
  • Language: English
  • ISSN: 2141-2510
  • DOI: 10.5897/JPVB
  • Start Year: 2009
  • Published Articles: 205

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Occurrence of endo and ecto parasites of dogs in Dawaki and Bukuru Dog Markets in Plateau State, Nigeria

OGBU Kenneth Ikejiofor
  • OGBU Kenneth Ikejiofor
  • Federal College of Animal Health and Production Technology Vom, Plateau State, Nigeria.
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EZEMA Kingsley Uwakwe
  • EZEMA Kingsley Uwakwe
  • Veterinary Teaching Hospital, University of Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria.
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Ughelu Amara Maryrose
  • Ughelu Amara Maryrose
  • Federal College of Animal Health and Production Technology Vom, Plateau State, Nigeria.
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AYUBA Philip Nduva
  • AYUBA Philip Nduva
  • Federal Department of Veterinary and Pest Control Services, Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Abuja, Nigeria.
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OLABODE Mayowa Peter
  • OLABODE Mayowa Peter
  • Federal Department of Veterinary and Pest Control Services, Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Abuja, Nigeria.
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DASUM Nandi John
  • DASUM Nandi John
  • Federal College of Animal Health and Production Technology Vom, Plateau State, Nigeria.
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ANJILI Waziri Ibrahim
  • ANJILI Waziri Ibrahim
  • National Veterinary Research Institute Vom, Plateau State, Nigeria.
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TION Matthew Terzungwe
  • TION Matthew Terzungwe
  • College of Veterinary Medicine, Federal University of Agriculture Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria.
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JOSHUA Joseph John
  • JOSHUA Joseph John
  • Federal College of Animal Health and Production Technology Vom, Plateau State, Nigeria.
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SABO Jibreel Audu
  • SABO Jibreel Audu
  • Federal College of Animal Health and Production Technology Vom, Plateau State, Nigeria.
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OKONKWO Rosita Amaka
  • OKONKWO Rosita Amaka
  • National Veterinary Research Institute Vom, Plateau State, Nigeria.
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MALGWI Rhoda Ishaku
  • MALGWI Rhoda Ishaku
  • National Veterinary Research Institute Vom, Plateau State, Nigeria.
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ATUNA Simone Ter
  • ATUNA Simone Ter
  • College of Veterinary Medicine, Federal University of Agriculture Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria.
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NGUETY Samuel Aondonenge
  • NGUETY Samuel Aondonenge
  • College of Veterinary Medicine, Federal University of Agriculture Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria.
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MAIMADU Abdullahi Audu
  • MAIMADU Abdullahi Audu
  • Federal College of Animal Health and Production Technology Vom, Plateau State, Nigeria.
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OLAOLU Olushola Samuel
  • OLAOLU Olushola Samuel
  • National Institute for Trypanosomosis Research Vom, Plateau State, Nigeria.
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  •  Received: 20 December 2019
  •  Accepted: 20 October 2020
  •  Published: 31 May 2021

Abstract

The study was aimed at determining the prevalence of endo and ectoparasite of dogs in Dawaki and Bukuru dog markets of Plateau State. A total of 150 dogs were sampled for haemoparasite, gastrointestinal parasite and ectoparasites. Standard floatation technique and Giemsa stained thin blood smear methods were used for gastrointestinal and haemoparasites, respectively while ectoparasites were identified using standard taxonomic keys.  A total 10.67% (16/150) were positive for haemoparasite, 30.67% (46/150) for gastrointestinal parasite and 16.00% (24/150) for ectoparasites. Gastrointestinal parasites detected included Ancylostoma species as 20.67% (31/150), Diphylobothrium latum as 12.67% (19/150), Isospora species as 5.33% (8/150), Taenia species and Necator americanus recorded the same frequency 0.67% (1/150); only single haemoparasite detected during the present study was Babesia canis 10.67% (16/150) while ectoparasites detected includes Rhipicephalus species as 15.33% (23/150) and Amblyomma species as 2.67% (4/150).  No significant difference (p<0.05) was seen in the association based on age, sex and location. It was concluded that ectoparasites, haemoparasites and gastrointestinal parasites some of  which may pose threat to public health are prevalent in the study area and affect the dogs irrespective of their age, breed or location. Strategic treatment of dog and responsible ownership with proper housing management were recommended.

Key words: Endoparasites, ectoparasites, dogs, dog markets Plateau State.

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