Prevalence of Brucella in dogs in China: a systematic review and meta-analysis—Epidemiological analysis of canine brucellosis

IntroductionBrucellosis is a zoonotic disease that affects both dogs and humans. With the increase in dog ownership, the risk of transmission has risen for both adults and children.MethodsThis study used meta-analysis to comprehensively analyze the prevalence of canine brucellosis in China and to id...

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Main Authors: Mei-Mei Xiang, Hong-Yun Jiang, Qiu-chi Jiang, Yi-fan Zhang, Jia-yu Yu, Lian-Min Li, Qi Wang, Ting Li, Wen-tao Xiang, Chong-bin Chen, Zheng-yang Xie, Xue Leng, Qian-zhen Zhang, Fei Liu, Jian-Ming Li
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Qiu-chi Jiang
Qiu-chi Jiang
Qiu-chi Jiang
Yi-fan Zhang
Yi-fan Zhang
Yi-fan Zhang
Jia-yu Yu
Jia-yu Yu
Jia-yu Yu
Lian-Min Li
Lian-Min Li
Lian-Min Li
Qi Wang
Qi Wang
Qi Wang
Ting Li
Ting Li
Ting Li
Wen-tao Xiang
Wen-tao Xiang
Wen-tao Xiang
Chong-bin Chen
Chong-bin Chen
Chong-bin Chen
Zheng-yang Xie
Zheng-yang Xie
Zheng-yang Xie
Xue Leng
Xue Leng
Xue Leng
Qian-zhen Zhang
Fei Liu
Fei Liu
Fei Liu
Jian-Ming Li
Jian-Ming Li
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description IntroductionBrucellosis is a zoonotic disease that affects both dogs and humans. With the increase in dog ownership, the risk of transmission has risen for both adults and children.MethodsThis study used meta-analysis to comprehensively analyze the prevalence of canine brucellosis in China and to identify the relevant factors affecting its transmission.ResultWe conducted a meta-analysis of 38 studies published between January 1983 and March 2024, sourced from six databases. The results showed a higher prevalence of canine brucellosis in northern and northwestern regions of China, with Xinjiang having the highest prevalence (19.77%) and Hunan the lowest (0.23%). Significant differences were found in positivity rates across different diagnostic methods (P < 0.05), with ELISA yielding the highest positivity rate (11.6%) and PCR and SAT the lowest (3.3%). The positivity rate of stray dogs (22.6%) was significantly higher than that of other dog sources (P < 0.05). Furthermore, environmental factors, such as temperature and altitude, were identified as influencing the incidence of brucellosis.DiscussionIn conclusion, canine brucellosis is prevalent across China, with detection methods, dog sources, and environmental factors contributing to the varying incidence rates. We recommend regular brucellosis testing for pet dogs, improved kennel hygiene, and reduced contact with potentially infected animals.Systematic review registrationhttps://www.frontiersin.org/journals/veterinary-science
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spelling doaj-art-2f929fb3a98c4cd5a87ddb9bcd4c3d0a2025-08-20T03:12:42ZengFrontiers Media S.A.Frontiers in Veterinary Science2297-17692025-02-011110.3389/fvets.2024.15154051515405Prevalence of Brucella in dogs in China: a systematic review and meta-analysis—Epidemiological analysis of canine brucellosisMei-Mei Xiang0Mei-Mei Xiang1Mei-Mei Xiang2Hong-Yun Jiang3Qiu-chi Jiang4Qiu-chi Jiang5Qiu-chi Jiang6Yi-fan Zhang7Yi-fan Zhang8Yi-fan Zhang9Jia-yu Yu10Jia-yu Yu11Jia-yu Yu12Lian-Min Li13Lian-Min Li14Lian-Min Li15Qi Wang16Qi Wang17Qi Wang18Ting Li19Ting Li20Ting Li21Wen-tao Xiang22Wen-tao Xiang23Wen-tao Xiang24Chong-bin Chen25Chong-bin Chen26Chong-bin Chen27Zheng-yang Xie28Zheng-yang Xie29Zheng-yang Xie30Xue Leng31Xue Leng32Xue Leng33Qian-zhen Zhang34Fei Liu35Fei Liu36Fei Liu37Jian-Ming Li38Jian-Ming Li39Jian-Ming Li40College of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaLaboratory of Production and Product Application of Sika Deer of Jilin, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaKey Lab of Animal Production, Product Quality and Security, Ministry of Education, Jilin Agricultural University, Jilin, ChinaJilin Beiyao Traditional Chinese Medicine Pharmaceutical Group Co., Changchun, Jilin, ChinaCollege of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaLaboratory of Production and Product Application of Sika Deer of Jilin, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaKey Lab of Animal Production, Product Quality and Security, Ministry of Education, Jilin Agricultural University, Jilin, ChinaCollege of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaLaboratory of Production and Product Application of Sika Deer of Jilin, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaKey Lab of Animal Production, Product Quality and Security, Ministry of Education, Jilin Agricultural University, Jilin, ChinaCollege of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaLaboratory of Production and Product Application of Sika Deer of Jilin, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaKey Lab of Animal Production, Product Quality and Security, Ministry of Education, Jilin Agricultural University, Jilin, ChinaLaboratory of Production and Product Application of Sika Deer of Jilin, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaKey Lab of Animal Production, Product Quality and Security, Ministry of Education, Jilin Agricultural University, Jilin, ChinaCollege of Chinese Medicine Materials, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaCollege of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaLaboratory of Production and Product Application of Sika Deer of Jilin, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaKey Lab of Animal Production, Product Quality and Security, Ministry of Education, Jilin Agricultural University, Jilin, ChinaCollege of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaLaboratory of Production and Product Application of Sika Deer of Jilin, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaKey Lab of Animal Production, Product Quality and Security, Ministry of Education, Jilin Agricultural University, Jilin, ChinaCollege of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaLaboratory of Production and Product Application of Sika Deer of Jilin, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaKey Lab of Animal Production, Product Quality and Security, Ministry of Education, Jilin Agricultural University, Jilin, ChinaCollege of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaLaboratory of Production and Product Application of Sika Deer of Jilin, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaKey Lab of Animal Production, Product Quality and Security, Ministry of Education, Jilin Agricultural University, Jilin, ChinaCollege of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaLaboratory of Production and Product Application of Sika Deer of Jilin, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaKey Lab of Animal Production, Product Quality and Security, Ministry of Education, Jilin Agricultural University, Jilin, ChinaLaboratory of Production and Product Application of Sika Deer of Jilin, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaKey Lab of Animal Production, Product Quality and Security, Ministry of Education, Jilin Agricultural University, Jilin, ChinaCollege of Chinese Medicine Materials, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaCollege of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaCollege of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaLaboratory of Production and Product Application of Sika Deer of Jilin, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaKey Lab of Animal Production, Product Quality and Security, Ministry of Education, Jilin Agricultural University, Jilin, ChinaCollege of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaLaboratory of Production and Product Application of Sika Deer of Jilin, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaCollege of Chinese Medicine Materials, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, Jilin, ChinaIntroductionBrucellosis is a zoonotic disease that affects both dogs and humans. With the increase in dog ownership, the risk of transmission has risen for both adults and children.MethodsThis study used meta-analysis to comprehensively analyze the prevalence of canine brucellosis in China and to identify the relevant factors affecting its transmission.ResultWe conducted a meta-analysis of 38 studies published between January 1983 and March 2024, sourced from six databases. The results showed a higher prevalence of canine brucellosis in northern and northwestern regions of China, with Xinjiang having the highest prevalence (19.77%) and Hunan the lowest (0.23%). Significant differences were found in positivity rates across different diagnostic methods (P < 0.05), with ELISA yielding the highest positivity rate (11.6%) and PCR and SAT the lowest (3.3%). The positivity rate of stray dogs (22.6%) was significantly higher than that of other dog sources (P < 0.05). Furthermore, environmental factors, such as temperature and altitude, were identified as influencing the incidence of brucellosis.DiscussionIn conclusion, canine brucellosis is prevalent across China, with detection methods, dog sources, and environmental factors contributing to the varying incidence rates. We recommend regular brucellosis testing for pet dogs, improved kennel hygiene, and reduced contact with potentially infected animals.Systematic review registrationhttps://www.frontiersin.org/journals/veterinary-sciencehttps://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2024.1515405/fullBrucellameta-analysisdogsChinaBrucellosis
spellingShingle Mei-Mei Xiang
Mei-Mei Xiang
Mei-Mei Xiang
Hong-Yun Jiang
Qiu-chi Jiang
Qiu-chi Jiang
Qiu-chi Jiang
Yi-fan Zhang
Yi-fan Zhang
Yi-fan Zhang
Jia-yu Yu
Jia-yu Yu
Jia-yu Yu
Lian-Min Li
Lian-Min Li
Lian-Min Li
Qi Wang
Qi Wang
Qi Wang
Ting Li
Ting Li
Ting Li
Wen-tao Xiang
Wen-tao Xiang
Wen-tao Xiang
Chong-bin Chen
Chong-bin Chen
Chong-bin Chen
Zheng-yang Xie
Zheng-yang Xie
Zheng-yang Xie
Xue Leng
Xue Leng
Xue Leng
Qian-zhen Zhang
Fei Liu
Fei Liu
Fei Liu
Jian-Ming Li
Jian-Ming Li
Jian-Ming Li
Prevalence of Brucella in dogs in China: a systematic review and meta-analysis—Epidemiological analysis of canine brucellosis
Frontiers in Veterinary Science
Brucella
meta-analysis
dogs
China
Brucellosis
title Prevalence of Brucella in dogs in China: a systematic review and meta-analysis—Epidemiological analysis of canine brucellosis
title_full Prevalence of Brucella in dogs in China: a systematic review and meta-analysis—Epidemiological analysis of canine brucellosis
title_fullStr Prevalence of Brucella in dogs in China: a systematic review and meta-analysis—Epidemiological analysis of canine brucellosis
title_full_unstemmed Prevalence of Brucella in dogs in China: a systematic review and meta-analysis—Epidemiological analysis of canine brucellosis
title_short Prevalence of Brucella in dogs in China: a systematic review and meta-analysis—Epidemiological analysis of canine brucellosis
title_sort prevalence of brucella in dogs in china a systematic review and meta analysis epidemiological analysis of canine brucellosis
topic Brucella
meta-analysis
dogs
China
Brucellosis
url https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2024.1515405/full
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