Campylobacteriosis is a bacterial infection caused by species of the genus Campylobacter, primarily Campylobacter jejuni and Campylobacter upsaliensis, which are significant pathogens in both... Continue reading
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Category: Bacterial & Protozoal Infections
Botulism, a paralytic disease caused by the potent neurotoxins of Clostridium botulinum, is most often associated with livestock, poultry, and human food‑borne outbreaks. Nevertheless,... Continue reading
Bacterial pneumonia in ferrets is a serious respiratory infection that can arise from various bacterial pathogens. Among the most common causative agents are Bordetella... Continue reading
Ferrets (Mustela putorius furo) are popular pets due to their playful nature, intelligence, and affinity for human interaction. However, they are prone to a... Continue reading
Lawsonia intracellularis is an obligate intracellular, gram‑negative bacterium that colonises the intestinal epithelium of a wide range of mammals, most notably swine, horses, hamsters,... Continue reading
Tuberculosis (TB) is a chronic bacterial disease primarily known for affecting humans and cattle. In recent decades, however, an increasing number of cases have... Continue reading
Coccidiosis, caused by protozoan parasites of the genera Isospora and Eimeria, is a prevalent gastrointestinal infection in ferrets—particularly in kits (young ferrets). This condition... Continue reading
Giardia duodenalis (also known as G. intestinalis or G. lamblia) is a flagellated protozoan that colonizes the small intestine of a broad range of... Continue reading