Assessment of attitude, knowledge, and veterinarian practices regarding Lyme disease of dogs in Canada
Borrelia burgdorferi is a bacterium that is responsible for causing Lyme disease in dogs. The vector of this bacterium is the black-legged tick. Multiplication of black-legged tick in Canada is associated with a raised threat of Lyme infections in various regions of Canada. According to the current literature of 2018, different veterinarians might have distinct approaches to deal with dogs being exposed to Borrelia burgdorferi and Lyme disease in Canada. A census was conducted on the veterinarians of Canada for determination of their attitude, knowledge, and practices following Lyme sickness in dogs. After the survey, 192 replies were acquired from all the veterinarians working in diverse regions of Canada. These responses to various questions indicate unique clinical strategies toward Lyme disease by different veterinarians. It means that generalized and regional disparities exist regarding Lyme sickness and Bb divulgence in dogs of Canada.
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