The lack of population health surveillance for companion animal populations leaves them vulnerable to the effects of novel diseases without means of early detection. We present evidence on the effectiveness of a system that enabled early detection and rapid response a canine gastroenteritis outbreak in the United Kingdom. In January 2020, prolific vomiting among dogs was sporadically reported in the United Kingdom. Electronic health records from a nationwide sentinel network of veterinary practices confirmed a significant increase in dogs with signs of gastroenteric disease. Male dogs and dogs living with other vomiting dogs were more likely to be affected. Diet and vaccination status were not associated with the disease; however, a canine enteric coronavirus was significantly associated with illness. The system we describe potentially fills a gap in surveillance in neglected populations and could provide a blueprint for other countries.
【저자키워드】 viruses, Outbreaks, Syndromic surveillance, Surveillance, dogs, Statistical modeling, United Kingdom, gastrointestinal disease, vomiting, canine enteric coronavirus, enteric infections, 【초록키워드】 coronavirus, vaccination, diet, Population, Electronic health record, Health, outbreak, Effectiveness, canine, disease, Evidence, gastroenteritis, rapid response, significant increase, Effect, affected, lack, significantly, reported, 【제목키워드】 dog, enteric,