Neospora caninum is a protozoan parasite of animals. Until 1988, it was misidentified as
Toxoplasma gondii. Since its first recognition in dogs in 1984 and the description of the new …

Reproductive losses in camelids are due to infertility, pregnancy loss, udder diseases and
neonatal mortality caused by a variety of infectious diseases. Uterine infection and abortion …

Key features: Written by the scientist who named this parasite and was the first to set up
proper diagnostic techniques Serves as the first ever book to provide information on the …

This work gathers reports about Neospora-infections in South America. Neospora-infections
have been reported from Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, Perú and Uruguay. Evidence of …

Parasitism in New World camelids (NWC), which is associated with both ecto-and
endoparasites, is a major health concern throughout the world. Clinical disease has been …

South American camelids (SAC) are gaining popularity for various purposes, including fiber
production, trekking, and companionship. High abortion rates pose a significant health issue …

Simple Summary South American camelids (SAC) are increasingly popular in Switzerland
for keeping as pets. For many farmers, SACs are a supporting leg when offered for trekking …

Background Little is known about the epidemiology of Toxoplasma gondii and Neospora
caninum infections in alpacas (Vicugna pacos) and llamas (Lama glama) outside South …

The aim of this study was to investigate the participation of Neospora caninum and
Toxoplasma gondii in abortion cases of Peruvian llamas and alpacas. Fifteen aborted …

Simple Summary Alpaca breeding is becoming increasingly popular in regions other than
South America (the place of origin of the species), eg, in North America and Europe. It is …