[Detection of Brucella canis by immunochromatography method in vague dogs captured in Temuco city, Chile, 2011].

BACKGROUND

Brucella canis is responsible for brucellosis in dogs, causing reproductive disorders and is considered a zoonoses, as described in several countries. The epidemiological data are scarce in our country.

AIM: To determine the prevalence of Brucella canis in vague dogs in Temuco city and housed in the Temuco Kennel.

METHODS

Quantitative and cross-section study. We used 400 samples of dogs of both sexes, different ages and mainly mixed race, which were tested by immunochromatography.

RESULTS

Antibodies were detected in 4 samples Brucella canis which represented 1% of the population studied, 2 females (0.5%) and 2 males (0.5%).

DISCUSSION: We conclude that dogs are infected by B. canis in a low range but remains a risk condition to the health of the human population if not maintained adequate sanitary control of pets, like vague dogs.