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View article: Prevalence and molecular characterization of Cryptosporidium species among herds in selected Local Government Areas of Kaduna State, Nigeria
Prevalence and molecular characterization of Cryptosporidium species among herds in selected Local Government Areas of Kaduna State, Nigeria Open
Cryptosporidiosis is a neglected tropical zoonotic disease caused by a protozoan parasite of the genus Cryptosporidium. The aim of the study was to determine the occurrence of Cryptosporidium antigen and species of the parasite in livestoc…
View article: Characterization and antibiotic susceptibility of Escherichia coli isolated from selected internal organs of donkeys slaughtered in abattoirs in Kaduna State, Nigeria
Characterization and antibiotic susceptibility of Escherichia coli isolated from selected internal organs of donkeys slaughtered in abattoirs in Kaduna State, Nigeria Open
Escherichia coli (E. coli) is a natural inhabitant of the gastrointestinal tract of both humans and animals. Several strains exist some are harmless while some are pathogenic causing various fatal conditions in both humans and animals. To …
View article: Occurrence and Antimicrobial Susceptibility Patterns of Staphylococcus aureus and Salmonella species in Fresh Milk and Milk Products Sold in Zaria and Environs, Kaduna State, Nigeria
Occurrence and Antimicrobial Susceptibility Patterns of Staphylococcus aureus and Salmonella species in Fresh Milk and Milk Products Sold in Zaria and Environs, Kaduna State, Nigeria Open
Staphylococcal infections and salmonellosis are important food-borne diseases affecting both humans and animals, and the spread of antibiotic resistant bacteria to humans through the consumption of animal food products remains a challenge.…
View article: Occurrence of Salmonella and Shigella on Dried Crayfish (Procambarus Clarkia) Sold in Zaria and Kaduna Central Market, Kaduna State, Nigeria
Occurrence of Salmonella and Shigella on Dried Crayfish (Procambarus Clarkia) Sold in Zaria and Kaduna Central Market, Kaduna State, Nigeria Open
Dried crayfish is a rich source of protein and an important crustacean consumed all over the world.To determine the occurrence of Salmonella and Shigella in dried crayfish and crayfish sellers practices which may predispose the food item t…
View article: Occurrence of <i>Cryptosporidium</i> Oocysts and Helminth Ova on Dried Crayfish (<i>Procambarus clarkii</i>) Sold in Kaduna State, Nigeria
Occurrence of <i>Cryptosporidium</i> Oocysts and Helminth Ova on Dried Crayfish (<i>Procambarus clarkii</i>) Sold in Kaduna State, Nigeria Open
Cryptosporidium spp. and helminths are responsible for diarrhoal illness in humans and many other animals. The transmission routes of these parasites suggest a risk for human infection through contaminated foods. In order to determine the …
View article: Serological evidence of foot-and-mouth disease virus among apparently healthy Pigs in Wukari, Taraba State, Nigeria
Serological evidence of foot-and-mouth disease virus among apparently healthy Pigs in Wukari, Taraba State, Nigeria Open
Background: Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is an extremely infectious viral disease of domestic and wild cloven-hoofed animals worldwide, causing huge economic losses that hamper international trade. Pigs in Nigeria are not being vaccinated …
View article: Prevalence of Fasciola gigantica in Sheep and Goats and Associated Risk Factors in Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria
Prevalence of Fasciola gigantica in Sheep and Goats and Associated Risk Factors in Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria Open
Fasciolosis is a parasitic disease affecting ruminants. The aim of the study was to determine the prevalence of Fasciola gigantica in sheep and goats in Zaria, Kaduna State. A total of 400 faecal samples were collected over a period of thr…
View article: Prevalence of <i>Salmonella</i> organisms in fresh and smoke-dried fish within parts of Kaduna metropolis, Kaduna State, Nigeria
Prevalence of <i>Salmonella</i> organisms in fresh and smoke-dried fish within parts of Kaduna metropolis, Kaduna State, Nigeria Open
Aquatic environments are the major reservoirs of Salmonella and fishery products have been recognized as major carrier of food-borne pathogens. To determine the prevalence of Salmonella in fish, 112 fresh and smoke-dried fish samples were …
View article: Retrospective study on the prevalence of <i>Babesia</i> species in traumatic cases of dogs presented to Veterinary Teaching Hospital, ABU Zaria, Nigeria from 2008 – 2018
Retrospective study on the prevalence of <i>Babesia</i> species in traumatic cases of dogs presented to Veterinary Teaching Hospital, ABU Zaria, Nigeria from 2008 – 2018 Open
Babesia infection is increasing in prevalence and is now a major problem in dogs. During this study, a total of 358 case-files recorded between 2008-2018 (11 years) were retrieved from the Small Animal Clinic of the Veterinary Teaching Hos…
View article: Prevalence of gastrointestinal helminthes eggs of public health importance in house-hold dogs presented to the Veterinary Teaching Hospital Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna State
Prevalence of gastrointestinal helminthes eggs of public health importance in house-hold dogs presented to the Veterinary Teaching Hospital Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna State Open
Dogs have a close association with humans providing companionship, security and a source of dietary protein. However, dogs are also potential carriers of zoonotic pathogens. To determine the prevalence of gastrointestinal helminths eggs in…