New paradigms in the prevention of canine vector-borne diseases

Abstract

The prevention of canine vector-borne diseases (CVBDs) is pivotal for the health and welfare of dogs as well as for reducing their zoonotic risk to humans. Scientific knowledge gained in recent years contributed to the development of new strategies for the control of these diseases in different social and cultural contexts. Here, we discuss recent advances in the prevention of vector-borne pathogens (VBPs) affecting dogs with a focus on those of zoonotic relevance.

Keywords: canine vector-borne diseases; insecticides; mosquitoes; repellents; sand flies; ticks.