Mastocitoma cutâneo canino após mastocitose acidental induzida por opioide: Relato de caso / Canine cutaneous mastocytoma after accidental opioid-induced mastocytosis: Case report

A aproximação entre petse tutores está cada vez mais presente na rotina atual das residências familiares. Essa aproximação aumenta a observação de quaisquer alterações físicas ou comportamentais dos animais levando-o a buscar um médico veterinário quando necessário. O papel do clínico, oncologista e do patologista veterinário vem a ser de extrema importância para detecção das neoplasias em suas fases iniciais. A utilização dos meios de diagnósticos complementares para os casos de neoplasias é de fundamental importância para ter ciência do prognóstico do animal e de qual tratamento será o melhor tratamento para os casos abordados. O mastocitoma é a neoplasia cutânea mais frequente do cão, é uma neoplasia maligna e sua etiologia é pouco compreendida. Independente do sexo, atingem machos e fêmeas, porém se apresentam de forma mais agressiva em machos. O diagnóstico, geralmente é estabelecido por meio de exames complementares, associados aos sinaisclínicos, devendo sempre prezar pelo diagnóstico precoce para que haja maior êxito no tratamento.O exame citológico para o diagnóstico de mastocitoma é um dos métodos mais eficientes e de baixo custo, sendo complementado pelo exame histopatológico para agraduação de malignidade e estadiamento da doença. Preconiza-se a associação da cirurgia com o tratamento quimioterápico com terapia antiblástica e eletroquimioterapia para um melhor prognóstico. O objetivo deste trabalho foi relatar um caso de mastocitoma cutâneo após um erro primário de manejo clinico, em um canino, macho, nove anos, da raça American Pitbull Terrier, trazendo sua complexidade e bases dos meios de diagnóstico(AU)

The approximation between pets and tutors is increasingly present in the current routine of family homes. This approach increases the observation of physical or behavioral changes in animals, leading them to seek a veterinarian when necessary. The role of the clinician, oncologist and veterinary pathologist is extremely important for the detection of neoplasms in their early stages. The use of complementary diagnostic means for cases of neoplasms is of fundamental importance to be aware of the animal's prognosis and which treatment will be the best treatment for the cases examined. Mastocytoma is the most frequent skin neoplasm in dogs, it is a malignant neoplasm and its etiology is poorly understood. Regardless of gender, they affect males and females, but are more aggressive in males. The diagnosis is usually established through complementary exams, associated with clinical signs. Cytological examination for the diagnosis of mast cell tumor is an inexpensive method and one of the most efficient methods, being complemented by histopathological examination for its evolution of malignancy and disease staging, recommended the association of surgery with chemotherapy treatment with antiblastic therapy and electrochemotherapy for better prognoses. The aim of this study was to report a case of cutaneous mastocytoma after a primary error in clinical management, in a canine, male, nine years old, of the American Pitbull Terrier breed, bringing its complexity and bases of the means of diagnosis(AU)

Síndrome da feminização em cão com sertolioma / Feminization syndrome in a dog with Sertoli cell tumor

Background: The uncontrolled multiplication of Sertoli cells causes Sertoli cell tumor or Sertolioma. Because of this, the level of estrogen in the bloodstream increases rapidly and approximately 25% of dogs with this tumor develop feminization syndrome. Testicular neoplasms are more common in dogs than cats, and are often found in elderly patients. This work aims to describe the clinical signs of the feminization syndrome and the treatment instituted in a canine diagnosed with sertolioma. Case: A 18-year-old male canine, 19.5 kg of body mass, with an increase in testicular volume for about 2 years, was treated at the University Veterinary Hospital. On clinical examination, a matte and brittle coat, alopecia on the hind limbs and gynecomastia were observed. Also noted, non-harmonious aspect of the scrotum, pendular foreskin, atrophied right testicle and hyperplastic left, scrotal hyperthermia and absence of pain. In addition, as a result of the hyperestrogenism resulting from the neoplasm, the paraneoplastic syndrome of feminization, the patient also presented galactorrhea, pendular foreskin, atrophy of the penis and the contralateral testicle, dermatopathies, such as bilateral symmetrical alopecia of the flanks, easily removable hair and variable hyperpigmentation. Rectal body temperature of 38.6°C, clear lung auscultation and muffled cardiac auscultation. The results of laboratory tests showed changes such as thrombocytopenia, platelet counts below the reference levels, platelet count of 163,000/uL. There were no alterations that represented metastases in the imaging exams, such as in the chest X-ray in three incidences and in the abdominal ultrasonography. Then, we opted for the surgical procedure of orchiectomy, with the traditional technique of three clamps, associated with total ablation of the scrotum. Samples were sent to the histopathology laboratory and the diagnosis of sertolioma was confirmed. At 10, 30 and 90 days after the operation, the patient was reassessed for possible recurrences or alterations, but there were no complications or recurrence after the procedure. Discussion: Neoplasms of the male reproductive system are common in dogs. Sertolioma is considered one of the most frequent neoplasms in elderly dogs and that results in systemic clinical signs. This is in line with the 18-year-old dog described in the present report. In addition, it may result in clinical signs resulting from hyperestrogenism resulting from the neoplasm that is called paraneoplastic feminization syndrome. The characteristics of this syndrome are: gynecomastia, galactorrhea, pendular foreskin, atrophy of the penis and contralateral testicle, associated with dermatopathies, such as symmetrical bilateral alopecia. All these clinical signs were present. The diagnosis is made through complete anamnesis, complete clinical examination and complementary examination such as ultrasound help in the presumptive diagnosis, but only with histopathology can it be confirmed. In the clinical approach, histopathology was performed to close the diagnosis. Treatment is behind orchiectomy and total ablation of the scrotum, which was performed in the reported case. The treatment of choice was easy to apply, in addition to improving the patient's quality of life, promoting rapid post-surgical healing and an early return to normal life. However, for the effectiveness of the technique, the early diagnosis and collaboration of tutors is fundamental.

Estimate of the canine and feline population in a municipality of thenortheastsemi-arid: a view on responsible owner ship / Estimativa da População Canina e Felina em um município do Semiárido nordestino: uma visão sobre a guarda responsável

The quality of life of animals can have a direct impact on the health of the community where they live, therefore, knowledge of the number of animals and the conditions in which they are found is fundamental to the development of actions focused on Unique Health. Aiming to carry out a population estimate of dogs and cats, domiciled and semi-domiciled, in the urban area of Barra-BA and to analyze the population's knowledge about the themes "responsible guarding" and "animal welfare", it was carried out, in the period of August to November 2019, the application of a questionnaire in 365 residences. The results showed that for each inhabitant there were about 0.152 dogs and 0.108 cats, thus, it is estimated about 6,341 domesticated and semi-domesticated animals, being 3,707 dogs and 2,634 cats. The analysis of notions of animal welfare and responsible guarding showed that most tutors do not satisfactorily practice responsible guarding, especially for cats that, when compared to dogs, had lower rates of deworming and vaccination, as well as average age below that of the canine population. The number of animals with free access to the street was higher for felines. In terms of reproductive control, between the two species, only 3.6% were spayed. At the end of the work, it can be concluded that the cat: inhabitant proportion in the studied region is consistent with the national proportion. In contrast, the dog: inhabitant relationship was shown to be inferior when compared to national values. Furthermore, there was a need for educational actions within the scope of responsible custody.(AU)

A qualidade de vida dos animais pode ter impacto direto na saúde da comunidade onde vivem. Portanto, o conhecimento do número de animais e das condições em que se encontram é fundamental para o desenvolvimento de ações voltadas para a abordagem Saúde Única. Com o objetivo de realizar uma estimativa populacional de cães e gatos domiciliados e semidomiciliados na área urbana de Barra-BA, e analisar o conhecimento da população local sobre os temas "guarda responsável" e "bem-estar animal" foi realizado um questionário em 365 residências no período de agosto a novembro de 2019. Os resultados mostraram que para cada habitante havia cerca de 0,152 cães e 0,108 gatos. Assim, estima-se que existam cerca de 6.341 animais domesticados e semi-domesticados, sendo 3.707 cães e 2.634 gatos. A análise do conhecimento sobre bem-estar animal e guarda responsável mostrou que a maioria dos tutores não pratica a guarda responsável de forma satisfatória, principalmente para gatos. Quando comparados aos cães, os gatos apresentaram menores índices de vermifugação e vacinação e apresentaram idade média abaixo da população canina. O número de animais com livre acesso à rua foi maior para os felinos. Em termos de controle reprodutivo, entre as duas espécies, apenas 3,6% foram esterilizadas. Ao final do trabalho, pode-se concluir que a proporção gato por habitante na região estudada é condizente com a proporção nacional. Em contrapartida, a relação cão por habitante mostrou-se inferior aos valores nacionais.(AU)

Síndrome de ansiedade de separação animal na população canina de Teresina/Piauí, Brasil / Separation anxiety syndrome in the canine population of Teresina/Piauí, Brazil

A Síndrome de Ansiedade de Separação Animal (SASA) em cães é uma alteração comportamental comum na atualidade, decorrente do novo estilo de vida e de modificações sociais. Os sinais que compõem a síndrome são vocalização excessiva, destruição de objetos e micção e defecação fora do lugar determinado. Desta forma, o objetivo deste trabalho foi identificar animais portadores da síndrome e seus sinais, assim como avaliar o conhecimento dos tutores sobre os distúrbios comportamentais nos animais. A pesquisa foi realizada em um Hospital Veterinário Universitário, com uma população canina formada por 131 pacientes. Os cães foram avaliados sem distinção de raça, sexo, tamanho e idade por meio de informações fornecidas pelos proprietários, que foram indagados através de um questionário desenvolvido para o estudo. Ao avaliar os 131 questionários respondidos, observou 43,51% de animais positivos para SASA. Dentre os 57 animais positivos para SASA, 28 eram fêmeas e 29 machos. Um total de 12,28% das fêmeas foram castradas, enquanto para os machos, os castrados correspondiam a 5,26%. Os principais sinais observados foram vocalização excessiva (66,66%), comportamento destrutivo (57,89%) e sinais de depressão na ausência do tutor (35,08%). Afirmou-se que 85,97% dos tutores de animais positivos para SASA procuraram um veterinário para tratar problemas comportamentais e que 29,82% possuíam conhecimento sobre a existência da síndrome. Conclui-se que a SASA é comum em cães entre os clientes avaliados. Devido ao desconhecimento dos tutores sobre distúrbios comportamentais, sugere-se que os médicos veterinários abordem o assunto com mais frequência, enfatizando suas consequências e a necessidade de tratamento.

Animal Separation Anxiety Syndrome (ASAS) in dogs is a common behavioral change nowadays, resulting from new lifestyle and social changes. The signs of the syndrome are excessive vocalization, destruction of objects, and urination and defecation out of the determined place. Thus, this study aimed to identify animals with the syndrome and its signs, as well as evaluate the knowledge of the tutors about behavioral disorders in animals. The research was carried out at a Veterinary Teaching Hospital with a canine population of 131 patients. Dogs were evaluated without distinction of breed, sex, size, and age through information provided by the owners, who were asked through a questionnaire developed for the study. By evaluating the 131 answered questionnaires, 43.51% of animals were positive for ASAS. Among the 57 ASAS-positive animals, 28 were female, and 29 were male. A total of 12.28% of the females were castrated, while for the males, the castrated corresponded to 5.26%. The main signs observed were excessive vocalization (66.66%), destructive behavior (57.89%), and signs of depression in the absence of the tutor (35.08%). It was stated that 85.97% of SASA-positive animal owners searched for a veterinarian to treat behavioral problems and that 29.82% of SASA-positive animal owners were aware of the existence of the syndrome. It was concluded that SASA is common in dogs among the assessed clients. Due to the lack of knowledge of tutors about behavioral disorders, it is suggested that veterinarians address the subject more frequently, emphasizing its consequences and the need for treatment.

Intoxicação de cães por maconha: sinais clínicos e tratamento / Marijuana poisoning in dogs: clinical signs and treatment

Intoxicações por drogas recreativas como Cannabissativa, comumente conhecida como maconha, estão cada vez mais presentes nas clínicas de atendimento veterinário. A Cannabis contém mais de 500 compostos diferentes e mais de 80 canabinoides conhecidos; destes, o delta-9 tetrahidrocanabinol (THC) é o mais psicoativo e responsável pela maioria dos sintomas de intoxicação. Os canabinoides são substâncias exógenas extraídas da Cannabis e se ligam aos receptores CB1 e CB2 do sistema endocanabinoide. Em cães, dentre os sinais clínicos de intoxicação mais presentes destacam-se: agitação, ataxia, midríase, aumento da sensibilidade ao som, hiperestesia, sialorreia, distúrbios neurológicos, espasmos musculares e início agudo de incontinência urinária. Muitas vezes o diagnóstico de intoxicação por maconha é difícil, principalmente porque os tutores resistem em admitir a exposição a drogas ilícitas com receio das implicações legais. O médico-veterinário deve ganhar a confiança do tutor do animal para que o diagnóstico possa ser realizado precocemente e iniciado o tratamento mais adequado para a situação. O tratamento inclui monitoramento clínico, cuidados de suporte, administração de fluidos intravenosos, administração de carvão ativado, indução de vômitos, administração de antieméticos, suporte térmico (aquecimento/resfriamento) e monitoramento da pressão arterial. Os médicos-veterinários são os principais responsáveis pela educação dos tutores nessas circunstâncias, sendo de grande importância enfatizar para os tutores manterem agentes tóxicos fora do acesso dos animais.(AU)

Intoxications by recreational drugs such as Cannabissativa, commonly known as marijuana, are increasingly present in veterinary care clinics. Cannabis contains over 500 different compounds and over 80 known cannabinoids; of these, delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the most psychoactive and responsible for most symptoms of intoxication. Cannabinoids are exogenous substances extracted from Cannabis and bind to the CB1 and CB2 receptors of the endocannabinoid system. Among the most common clinical signs of intoxication in dogs are: agitation, ataxia, mydriasis, increased sensitivity to sound, hyperesthesia, drooling, neurological disorders, muscle spasms and acute onset of urinary incontinence. The diagnosis of marijuana intoxication is often difficult, mainly because tutors resist in admitting exposure to illicit drugs for fear of the legal implications. The Veterinarian must gain the trust of the animal's tutor so that the diagnosis can be carried out early and the most appropriate treatment for the situation can be initiated. Treatment includes: clinical monitoring, supportive care, administration of intravenous fluids, administration of activated charcoal, induction of vomiting, administration of antiemetics, thermal support (warming/cooling), and blood pressure monitoring. Veterinarians are primarily responsible for the education of tutors in these circumstances, and it is of great importance to emphasize that tutors must keep toxic agents away from animal's acess.(AU)

Cuidados médicos-veterinários para com felino deficiente e FAIDS+ adotado: relato de caso / Veterinary medical care for disabled feline adopted and FAIDS+: case report

O presente trabalho relata o caso de um felino deficiente visual, vítima do abandono - que estava alojado em um abrigo ­ e foi adotado. O felino é um macho, castrado, deficiente visual, de 4 kg adotado em uma ONG, que ao ser escolhido para a adoção foi testado para FIV/FELV, apresentando resultado positivo para FIV e negativo para FELV. Ao longo de quatro anos, com seus adotantes, manifestou diversas afecções relacionadas à retrovirose, tais como dermatofitose, complexo gengivite estomatite felino e outros sinais secundários a FIV. Houve sempre muita compaixão dos tutores para com o felino. A convivência do felino com os familiares e demais animais sempre foi agradável e trouxe muitos momentos de felicidade, e o fato do animal ser FAIDS+ nunca afetou, negativamente, a relação com todos que passaram a conviver com ele.(AU)

This work reports the case of a blind feline, victim of abandonment - who was housed in a shelter - and was adopted. The cat is a male, castrated, blind, 4 kg adopted in an ONG, which when chosen for adoption was tested for FIV/FELV, showing positive results for FIV and negative for FELV. Over four years with her adopters, he manifested several conditions related to retroviruses, such as dermatophytosis, feline stomatitis gingivitis complex and other signs secondary to FIV. There was always a lot of compassion from the tutors towards the feline. The feline's coexistence with family members and other animals was always pleasant and brought many moments of happiness, and the fact that the animal was FAIDS+ never negatively affected the relationship with everyone who started living with it.(AU)

Nutraceticals for dissolving nephrolites in cats

Background: Nephrolithiasis is a condition frequently observed in felines, with or without concomitant chronic kidneydisease, constituting the major cause of ureteral obstruction and causing progressive damage to the renal parenchyma. About90% of nephrolites are composed of calcium oxalate, which cannot dissolve, and its incidence has increased substantiallyin recent years, along with its recurrence. There are functional foods known as nutraceuticals provides health benefits suchas renoprotection. Due to these benefits and the high prevalence of nephrolithiasis in feline species, the present study aimedto evaluate the efficacy of the association of some nutraceuticals in the dissolution of nephrolites.Materials, Methods & Results: The included cats had an ultrasound diagnosis of nephrolithiasis that, on clinical examination, showed: (i) the absence of previous or concomitant treatment for urinary infections and/or vesical and renal lithiasis;(ii) absence of genitourinary clinical manifestations; (iii) absence of obstructive processes; and (iv) absence of concomitantureterolithiasis. We separated 51 cats with nephrolithiasis into 2 groups: control (n = 12) and study (n = 39). The controlgroup received a placebo and the study group, nutraceuticals (magnesium chelate, resveratrol, vitamin K2, docosahexaenoicacid, and eicosapentaenoic acid). Laboratory tests (blood and urine) and abdominal imaging (ultrasound) were performedat day 0 and 30 days after enrollment. Monitoring the therapeutic efficacy in both groups was performed on day 30 for theCG and on days 30, 60, and 90 for the EG. The CG cats, after this step, were referred to surgery or to the EG, with priorauthorization from their tutors. The diameter of nephrolites was significantly different before and after treatment, indicating a reduction in nephroliths over time. During the use of the nutraceutical formulation by the EG and use of placebo...

Dificuldades de tutores com deficiência no atendimento médico veterinário de seus animais / Difficulties of guardians with deficiency in the veterinary medical care of their animals / Dificultades de los tutores con deficiencia en la atención médica veterinária de sus animales

O presente artigo versa sobre as dificuldades enfrentadas por pessoas com deficiência (PCD), no atendimento médico veterinário. PcD representam 15% da população mundial, e enfrentam inúmeros desafios em sua rotina. A Constituição dá direitos iguais a todos os cidadãos brasileiros inclusive a PcD, entretanto na prática seus direitos de ir e vir são lesados, pois encontram dificuldades de acessibilidade, comunicação e inclusão. O presente trabalho tem como objetivo apresentar, os desafios ergonômicos encontrados por tutores de animais domésticos que são PcD no município de Mineiros/GO, para acesso ao atendimento médico veterinário, bem como analisar os pontos principais que dificultam esse atendimento. Essa pesquisa contou com a realização de duas etapas distintas, sendo a primeira etapa referente a análise de acessibilidade aos estabelecimentos veterinários do município de Mineiros, e posteriormente a aplicação de questionário semiestruturado, online, voltado para as dificuldades enfrentadas por tutores com deficiência ao atendimento médico veterinário, sendo composto de oito alternativas, disponibilizado por meio de link em rede social de colaboradores do projeto. Por meio desse estudo, foi possível identificar dificuldades específicas em questão de transitabilidade e comunicabilidade enfrentadas por PcD, em atendimento médico veterinário e outros serviços veterinários, no município de Mineiros-GO, e reforça que nenhum estabelecimento veterinário atendeu sobre maneira todos os itens necessários em seu ponto de entrada. Esse estudo conclui que a acessibilidade aos serviços veterinários por tutores de animais que são PcDs informacional no município de Mineiros/GO se dá de forma parcial, visto que o acesso efetivo à informação no espaço físico apresenta ausência de requisitos elencados nas normas e recomendações de acessibilidade, embora haja ausência de requisitos elencados nas normas e recomendações de acessibilidade, embora haja instrumentos adequados e convenientes para prestação de serviços e produtos informacionais adaptados para este público. Ocorrendo da mesma maneira no quesito comunicação, onde parte dos PcDs entrevistados, enfrentam dificuldades de compreensão no atendimento, por funcionários e profissionais médicos veterinários, evidenciando a importância do atendimento humanizado, considerando as necessidades do tutor que é PcD pela classe veterinária.

This paper deals with the difficulties faced by people with disabilities (PwD) in veterinary medical care. PwD represent 15% of the world population and face numerous challenges in their routine. The Constitution gives equal rights to all Brazilian citizens, including PwD; however in practice their rights to come and go are harmed, as they face difficulties in accessibility, communication and inclusion. This work aims to present the ergonomic challenges encountered by tutors of domestic animals that are PwD in the city of Mineiros/GO, for access to veterinary medical care, as well as to analyze the main points that hinder this care. This research consisted of two distinct steps, the first step being the analysis of accessibility to veterinary establishments in the city of Mineiros, and later the application of a semi-structured online questionnaire, aimed at the difficulties faced by tutors with disabilities in medical care veterinarian, consisting of eight alternatives, made available through a link on the project's collaborators' social network. Through this study, it was possible to identify specific difficulties in terms of transitability and communicability faced by PwD, in veterinary medical care and other veterinary services, in the city of Mineiros-GO, and it reinforces that no veterinary establishment has adequately attended to all the items necessary for accessibility at the entrances to services. This study concludes that the accessibility to veterinary services by guardians of animals who are informational PwDs in the municipality of Mineiros/GO is partial, since effective access to information in the physical space lacks the requirements listed in the accessibility standards and recommendations, although there are adequate and convenient instruments for the provision of information services and products adapted for this audience. Occurring in the same way in the question of communication, where part of the PwD interviewed face difficulties in understanding the care, by veterinary staff and professionals, highlighting the importance of humanizing care, considering the needs of the tutor who is PwD by the veterinary class.

Esta articulación trata de las dificultades que enfrentan las personas con discapacidad (PWD) en la atención médica veterinaria. Las personas con discapacidad representan el 15% de la población mundial y enfrentan numerosos desafíos en su rutina. La Constitución otorga los mismos derechos a todos los ciudadanos brasileños incluidas las personas con discapacidad sin embargo, en la práctica, sus derechos de ir y venir se ven perjudicados, ya que enfrentan dificultades de accesibilidad, comunicación e inclusión. Este trabajo tiene como objetivo presentar los desafíos ergonómicos que enfrentan los tutores de animales domésticos que son PwD en la ciudad de Mineiros / GO, para acceder a la atención médica veterinaria, así como analizar los principales puntos que dificultan esta atención. Esta investigación constó de dos pasos diferenciados, siendo el primer paso el análisis de la accesibilidad a los establecimientos veterinarios del municipio de Mineiros, y posteriormente la aplicación de un cuestionario online semiestructurado, dirigido a las dificultades que enfrentan los tutores con discapacidad en la atención médica veterinaria, compuesto por ocho alternativas, disponibles a través de un enlace en la red social de colaboradores del proyecto. A través de este estudio se logró identificar dificultades específicas en cuanto a la transitabilidad y comunicabilidad que enfrentan las PCD, en la atención médica veterinaria y otros servicios veterinarios, en la ciudad de Mineiros-GO, y refuerza que ningún establecimiento veterinario ha atendido adecuadamente a todos. los elementos necesarios para la accesibilidad en las entradas a los servicios. Este estudio concluye que la accesibilidad a los servicios veterinarios por parte de los guardianes de animales PwD informativos en el municipio de Mineiros / GO es parcial, ya que el acceso efectivo a la información en el espacio físico carece de los requisitos enumerados en las normas y recomendaciones de accesibilidad, aunque existen instrumentos adecuados y convenientes para la prestación de servicios y productos de información adaptados a esta audiencia. Ocurriendo de la misma forma en la cuestión de la comunicación, donde parte de las PwD entrevistadas enfrentan dificultades en la comprensión de la atención, por parte del personal veterinario y los profesionales, destacando la importancia de humanizar la atención, considerando las necesidades del tutor que es PwD por la clase de veterinaria.

Papiloma de plexo coroide em uma cadela / Choroid plexus papilloma in a bitch

Background: Choroid plexus papilloma is a benign neoplasm derived from the neuroepithelium of the choroid plexus of the ventricular cavity, commonly located in the fourth ventricle, affecting dogs of different age groups and without predilection for sex. There is a range of therapeutic options, and the treatment to be chosen will be defined based on tumor localization and development. Due to the difficulties in accessing treatments, tutors opt for euthanasia or death occurs with the worsening of the clinical condition. This case report aims to present the symptomatology, treatment and evolution of the case until the death of the animal, as well as the pathological findings. Case: A 12-year-old bitch, mixed breed, was treated presenting behavior alteration, with unusual aggressiveness, perceived by the tutor four weeks ago. Neurological examination revealed changes in behavior, compulsive walking and focal epileptic seizures. After the presumptive diagnosis of brain neoplasia, the dog underwent symptomatic treatment with prednisolone (1 mg/kg, orally, every 24 h, for 15 days, with subsequent reduction to 0.5 mg/kg for another 15 days) and phenobarbital (3 mg/kg, every 12 h, orally), until death. After the beginning of the treatment, no more epileptic seizures and aggressive behavior were observed. After 5 months of consultation, the dog returned with aggressive and anorexic behavior. Due to the worsening of clinical signs, with the possibility of brain neoplasia, the tutor opted for euthanasia. Necropsy was performed and macroscopic examination was observed in the telecephalus, occlusion of the third ventricle by grayish mass, soft, 1.2 cm in diameter with slight dilation of lateral ventricles. On histological examination, it was observed that the third ventricle was occluded, epithelial proliferation of arboriform aspect, composed of cuboidal cells to columnares sustained by moderate fibrovascular stroma. Based on macroscopic and histopathological findings of the telecephalus, the alterations determined the diagnosis of choroid plexus papilloma. Discussion: The diagnosis of choroid plexus papilloma was confirmed by observing the neurological signs and pathological findings that characterize this neoplasm. Choroid plexus tumors are less common, in the third ventricle, only in 36% of all reports are of tumors in that area. The search for care is mainly due to clinical signs that include behavioral, and locomotor changes and sometimes epileptic seizures, such clinical signs were found in the dog. Choroid plexus papilloma affects dogs of all ages, but more in adults and increasing the occurrence as they age. The tumor is still correlated in a higher occurrence in large animals, the evaluated dog was of age, but small in size. During anamnesis, in addition to the clinical history, neurological examinations provide a good basis for the presumptive diagnosis that can be complemented by an imaging diagnosis. Sometimes such technologies are not available for use, therefore, more comprehensive knowledge about clinical signs and anamnesis are indispensable for a correct diagnosis. Palliative drug therapies are an excellent option for most cases presented in the literature and clinical routine, since they provide better quality of life by decreasing or eliminating clinical signs, besides being easily administered by tutors. The therapy proved to be of great value for the improvement of the clinical signs of the evaluated dog, confirming the importance of knowledge of the appropriate prescriptions for each case and reinforcing that consultation with one was important in defining the diagnosis and symptomatic treatment.

Mastocitoma cutâneo em uma cadela / Cutaneous mast cell tumor in a bitch

Background: The diagnostic of neoplasia in dogs has risen significantly in the last years and this fact is mostly attributed to the longer life expectancy of these animals, which contributes to a greater chance of exposure to carcinogenic agents. In between the diverse tumors that could compromise skin, the mastocytoma is the third most commonly diagnosed neoplasia. It is characterized by being a form of neoplasia with round cells, these being the mast cells. The objective of the present study consisted in relating a case of cutaneous mastocytoma in a 7-year-old bitch mixed-breed treated at the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital of the University of Uberaba (UNIUBE) - Uberaba, MG, Brazil. Case: The bitch initially presented a localized nodule external to the right ear pinna with cytology test suggesting a mastocytoma. The nodule was surgically removed and, posteriorly, an histopatholgy was not requested. After 5 months since the emergence of the nodule and a month after its surgical resection, the tutor noticed the presence of a new growth in the ipsilateral cervical region to the previous nodule. At this moment, the responsible veterinarian decided to refer the animal to an oncologist. During the appointment with the oncologist, alterations such as hyporexia and anemia were related, and the presence of a nodule in the right cervical region measuring 4.5 to 4 cm of diameter was verified. Material for cytologic evaluation of the neoplasia was collected and again the result suggested a mastocytoma. The new tumor was also surgically removed but was then referred to histopathological evaluation for diagnostic confirmation, grading and evaluation of surgical margins. The tumor was classified as an infiltrative subcutaneous mastocytoma presenting, additionally, compromised surgical margins. After its excision, the association with a chemotherapy treatment using a protocol of Vimblastina 2 mg/m², i.v. in unique dosage per section, associated with Predinisona 1 mg/kg, v.o, SID was indicated. Each section was realized with an interval of 7 days in between. Only 2 chemotherapy sessions took place. Because of the worsening of the clinical condition associated with a very weakened animal the veterinarian opted for the euthanasia of the animal. Discussion: The diagnostic of mastocytoma must be realized through the association of cytology and histopathology, in case histopathological evaluation is needed to confirm the obtained cytology result, to grade the tumor and to evaluate the compromising of surgical margins. In this sense, it was observed that the bitch was submitted only to cytology diagnostic when it presented the nodule in the ear pavilion. Yet, at the second approach realized by the oncologist, it was possible to realize adequate diagnose methods. However, the animal was not submitted to clinical staging of the mastocytoma due to the non-authorization of the exam by the tutor. Such measure is very important, as it reflects directly in the treatment and prognostic of the animal. Thus, image exams such as abdominal ultrasonography and chest X-ray should have been realized, as well as cytological and histopathological evaluation of the regional lymph nodes, in order to search for metastasis points in these places. As the data suggests, the importance of clinical staging of animals affected by this neoplasia and the importance of cytological evaluation associated with histopathology for a correct diagnosis, prognosis and mastocytoma treatment is noted. It is emphasized that many times veterinarians face impediment related to requesting all necessary exams coming from tutors, which compromises treatment success.

Análise de informações nutricionais em rações para gatos / Analysis of nutritional information in cats feeding / Análisis de información nutricional en la alimentación de gatos

A alimentação dos animais domésticos se torna cada dia mais exigente e balanceada, visando a melhora na qualidade de vida destes animais. Atualmente, existe uma grande variedade de rações para atender esta demanda e facilitar a oferta de alimentos aos animais pelos tutores. Neste trabalho foram avaliadas as informações nutricionais nos rótulos de rações para felinos domésticos comercializadas na cidade de Bom Jesus- PI e estabelecida a relação preço por quilograma, teor de nutrientes em cada categoria das rações para cada grupo de animais, com o objetivo informativo nutricional e estabelecer uma relação custo-benefício entre as mesmas. Os resultados revelaram que há diferenças entre as rações, seja da mesma classificação, entre elas e/ou grupos diferentes, tanto em questão de preço, como em quantidade e qualidade de nutrientes. Observou-se a mesma ração com preços diferentes, assim como rações da mesma categoria destinada ao mesmo grupo de animais, mas que possuem teores de nutrientes muito distintos. Este estudo ainda levou em conta as rações especiais destinadas a animais com problemas urinários, renais e obesos, demostrando a importância da diferença de nutrientes nas rações para esses animais. Pôde se observar com este trabalho que a escolha da ração baseada na qualidade e quantidade dos nutrientes é imprescindível para fortalecer e nutrir o animal, além de prevenir ou amenizar problemas de saúde, e que o custo com rações não difere muito mediante as categorias apresentadas.

Feeding domestic animals becomes more demanding and balanced every day, aiming to improve the quality of life these animals. Currently, there is a wide variety of feeds to meet this demand and facilitate the supply of food to animals by tutors. In this work, the nutritional information on the food labels for domestic cats sold in the city of Bom Jesus-PI was evaluated and the price per kilogram, nutrient content in each category of feed for each group of animals was established, with the purpose of nutritional information and establish a cost-benefit relationship between them. The results show that there is a lot of difference between the rations, whether of the same classification, between them and/or different groups, both in terms of price, and in terms of quantity and quality of nutrients. The same feed with different prices was observed, as well as feed from the same category destined to the same group of animals, but with very different nutrient content. This study also takes into account the special rations for animals with urinary, kidney and obese problems, demonstrating the importance of the difference in nutrients in the rations for those animals. What could be observed with this work is that the choice of feed based on the quality and quantity of nutrients is essential to strengthen and nourish the animal, in addition to preventing or alleviating health problems, and that the cost of feed does not differ much according to the categories presented.

La alimentación de los animales domésticos se vuelve cada día más exigente y equilibrada, con el objetivo de mejorar la calidad de vida de estos animales. Actualmente, existe una amplia variedad de raciones para cubrir esta demanda y facilitar el suministro de alimento a los animales por parte de los tutores. En este trabajo se evaluó la información nutricional en las etiquetas de los alimentos para gatos domésticos vendidos en la ciudad de Bom Jesus-PI y se estableció el precio por kilogramo, contenido de nutrientes en cada categoría de alimento para cada grupo de animales, con el propósito de información nutricional y establecer una relación costo-beneficio entre ellos. Los resultados revelan que existe mucha diferencia entre las raciones, ya sea de la misma clasificación, entre ellas y / o grupos diferentes, tanto en términos de precio, como en términos de cantidad y calidad de nutrientes. Uma misma racion con diferentes precios se observa en las Tablas 1, 2 y 3, así como racion de la misma categoría destinado al mismo grupo de animales, pero con muy diferente contenido de nutrientes. Este estudio también tiene en cuenta las raciones especiales (Tabla 4) para animales con problemas urinarios, renales y obesos, demostrando la importancia de la diferencia de nutrientes en las raciones para estos animales. Lo que se pudo observar con este trabajo es que la elección del alimento en función de la calidad y cantidad de nutrientes es fundamental para fortalecer y nutrir al animal, además de prevenir o aliviar problemas de salud, y que el costo del alimento no difiere mucho según a las categorías presentadas.

Canine visceral leishmaniasis in Rio Grande do Norte state, Northeastern Brazil - spatial analysis

Background: Human visceral leishmaniasis (HVL) is a potentially fatal disease with a worldwide distribution, being endemic in 12 countries in the Americas. The main reservoir in the urban environment is the dog, whose cases precede the disease in humans. For the control of HVL, the Ministry of Health of Brazil recommends efficiency in the notification of human cases, control of sandflies, elimination of reservoirs and health education, in addition to the interruption in the transmission of the disease by the intensification of surveillance and control of priority areas based on identification by spatial analysis. The objective of the study was to investigate the spatial distribution of canine visceral leishmaniasis (CVL) in the state of Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil, determining areas of risk by identifying spatial clusters, with a view to monitoring and implementing preventive actions. Materials, Methods & Results: Secondary data from sample and/or routine serological surveys for serological diagnosis of LVC in the period from 2011 to 2018 were used. The inclusion of animals in the routine diagnosis per municipality resulted from demands of veterinarians, veterinary clinics, dog tutors, zoonoses control centers and environmental surveillance. The spatial statistical analysis was performed with SatScan software version 9.6 for the detection of spatial clusters, based on using the statistical scan method. Of the total of 231,123 dogs tested in the period, 24,642 (10.6%) were seroreactive for CVL. During the study, the municipalities with the highest number of cases were Natal and Mossoró, with 9,671 and 4,514 cases, respectively. During the years 2011 to 2018, 38 significant clusters (P < 0.05) were identified that included one or more municipalities. Discussion: The state of Rio Grande do Norte has an urban environment susceptible to the occurrence of CVL, with climate and topography that favor the proliferation of the vector and housing in precarious socio-sanitary conditions. The high number of CVL cases in Natal can be explained by the fact that the city is considered endemic for CVL, characterized as an area of intense transmission of the disease, according to the Ministry of Health. In addition, public infrastructure in some locations is deficient and living conditions are unfavorable, so that there is a need to invest in effective protection measures for vector control, as well as a focus on health education, whose HVL control measures in the municipality need to be readjusted. The high rate of cases and the constant presence of clusters in the municipality of Açu can be explained by the increasing degradation of the Caatinga biome, evidenced by the removal of firewood for use in the ceramist pole, whose activity is concentrated on a large scale in the use of raw material and energy, through the production of charcoal, for agricultural and livestock fronts, putting species of fauna and flora at risk. It is also noteworthy that this fact contributes to the destruction of wild ecotopes, resulting in the search for the vector for other sources of human and animal food, allowing an increase in the number of cases of the disease. It's concluded that canine visceral leishmaniasis is distributed in a large part of the state of Rio Grande do Norte. The underreporting and/or deficiency in the disclosure of data by some municipalities represents a challenge in complying with the actions of the Visceral Leishmaniasis Surveillance and Control Program, and attention should be paid to the monitoring and inspection of the execution actions of municipal managers, as well as how to train professionals who are part of the service.

Consolidação de fraturas de tíbia em coelhos / Consolidation of tibia fractures in rabbits

Background: Disorders of the locomotor system are among the main treatments for this species, among the main causes are falls from a cage, arms or stairs and aggression by animals, such as dogs and cats. Biological osteosynthesis promotes early formation of secondary bone callus and allows a less accurate reconstruction of difficult interfragmentary apposition of 100% of the fragments. The objective of this work is to report the method of external immobilization with an aluminum channel aiming at the use of bone biology for the healing of unexposed tibial fractures in 3 rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus). Cases: Between 2020 and 2021, 3 cases of rabbits with unexposed tibial fractures were treated at the Veterinary Hospital. The 3 patients were diagnosed through physical examination and radiographic examination. All patients underwent anesthesia, underwent external immobilization with an aluminum channel, received analgesics and anti-inflammatory drugs, and recommended rest and care with the maintenance of external immobilization. Approximately at 30 days of rigid immobilization, all cases were evaluated by means of radiographic examination revealing the formation of bone callus at different post-immobilization times in the case 1 - 30 days, case 2 - 23 days and case 3 - 37 days. Discussion: Some surgical principles in rabbits must be followed, such as preserving vascularity if the open technique is decided, providing adequate diet, controlling edema, promoting analgesia and deciding on closed reduction if the fracture is recent and stable. The external coaptation method is a non-invasive method for the treatment of fractures and is also indicated with a high success rate for fractures of metacarpal, metatarsal and phalange bones in rabbits. The patient's age contributed to the early healing, which corroborates with case 1 (3-month-old), case 2 (6-month-old) and a little later the healing in case 3 (24-month-old), allowing unrestricted use of the member. It is worth reinforcing the point of view which defends that "biological osteosynthesis" promotes a favorable environment, especially in the preservation of the vascular supply of the periosteum when compared to traditional open surgical approaches. In this species, the surgical approach is a challenge due to the fact that the bones break or crack very easily, because the bones have a low density and higher mineral composition. Together, the skeleton represents 7% of the body weight, lower when compared to dogs and cats, which is 12%. In addition to these factors, rabbits are prone to secondary fractures, postoperative infections and rapid development of osteomyelitis, which significantly worsens the prognosis. The aluminum used in the manufacture of the aluminum channel has properties that offer resistance, lightness and radio transparency radiographic examination without removal of the channel, avoiding excessive micro-movement of the focus of the fracture due to lack of stabilization and possible refracture of the tibia. Rigid external immobilization with an aluminum channel was satisfactory in the 3 patients evaluated and preserved bone biology and anatomical axis. The treatment of choice was easy to apply, in addition to enabling better radiographic follow-up, promoting rapid bone healing for patients and early use of limbs without restrictions. However, for the effectiveness of the technique, the collaboration of tutors is essential.

Thyroidectomy associated with chemotherapy in a dog presenting carcinoma in the thyroid gland / Tireoidectomia associada à quimioterapia em cão com carcinoma na glândula tireóide

This study aimed to describe a case of compact thyroid carcinoma in a dog, emphasizing the diagnosis, treatment, and clinical evolution. An 11-year-old mixed-breed male canine was attended at a private clinic, complaining of swelling in the ventral cervical region and difficulty breathing. A mass close to the thyroid gland was observed in the cervical ultrasound and a mixed tumor was identified by cytology. Based on follow-up exams, the therapeutic approach to be adopted was determined: total surgical resection of the right portion of the thyroid gland, together with the parathyroid glands, followed by chemotherapy with doxorubicin. The histopathology of the tissue removed confirmed the compact thyroid carcinoma. After thyroid removal, signs of hypothyroidism were confirmed by the hormonal dosage and the canine received hormone replacement with Levothyroxine as treatment, ceasing the symptoms. During routine follow-up, the presence of miliary pulmonary metastases was identified. The patient continued with the chemotherapy sessions, presenting a stable condition for almost 6 months after starting the treatment. However, clinical signs of dyspnea were manifested, resulting in a gradual worsening. Thus, the tutors chose to euthanize the animal after 9 months of treatment. According to the case described, thyroidectomy is an option of treatment for cases of thyroid carcinoma with wide dimensions. However, the technique's success depends on the effective and complete removal of the affected tissue due to the high frequency of metastases and the possible occurrence of secondary hypothyroidism.

Objetivou-se, neste trabalho, descrever um caso de carcinoma compacto de tireoide em cão, enfatizando o diagnóstico, o tratamento e a evolução clínica. O paciente foi atendido em uma clínica particular, sendo um canino macho, sem raça definida, de 11 anos, com queixa de edema cervical ventral e dificuldade respiratória. Pela ultrassonografia cervical, foi observada uma massa próxima à glândula tireoide e pela citologia, um tumor misto. A partir dos exames de acompanhamento, foi determinada a conduta terapêutica a ser adotada: ressecção cirúrgica total da porção direita da glândula tireoide, junto às paratireoides, seguida de quimioterapia com doxorrubicina. A histopatologia do tecido removido confirmou o carcinoma compacto da tireoide. Após a remoção da tireoide, sinais de hipotireoidismo foram confirmados pela dosagem hormonal, sendo feita reposição hormonal com Levotiroxina, cessando os sintomas. Durante o acompanhamento de rotina, foi identificada a presença de metástase pulmonar miliar. O paciente continuou suas sessões de quimioterapia, mantendo um quadro estável por quase seis meses após o início do tratamento. No entanto, sinais clínicos de dispneia foram manifestados, com piora gradativa do quadro, tendo os tutores optado pela eutanásia do animal após nove meses do início do tratamento. De acordo com o exposto, conclui-se que a tireoidectomia é um tratamento de escolha para os casos de carcinoma de tireoide com amplas dimensões. Entretanto, o sucesso da técnica depende da remoção efetiva e completa do tecido afetado, devido à alta frequência de metástases, além de poder ser acompanhada por um quadro de hipotireoidismo secundário.

Disfunção cognitiva canina: tratamentos disponíveis / Canine cognitive dysfunction: Available treatments

A disfunção cognitiva canina (DCC) é uma enfermidade que causa alterações fisiológicas e comportamentais em cães idosos, e que apresenta uma fisiopatogenia semelhante à doença de Alzheimer (DA), que acomete seres humanos. Os sinais clínicos são representados pela sigla DISHA (desorientação, mudanças na interação com pessoas/animais, alterações no ciclo sono-vigília, falha no aprendizado/memória e nível de atividades alteradas). A principal forma de diagnóstico da doença é baseada em um questionário respondido pelo tutor, relacionado ao comportamento do animal. O tratamento é multimodal, consistindo basicamente em uso de fármacos, mudanças na alimentação, e enriquecimento ambiental e mental. Os fármacos utilizados são de diversas classes farmacológicas e agem diretamente em substâncias relacionadas com a fisiopatogenia da DCC, além de atenuarem alguns sinais clínicos da enfermidade. Essa ação dos fármacos é potencializada com a adição de alimentos específicos, enriquecimento do ambiente que o animal vive e estimulação mental, principalmente por meio de passeios. A união de todas essas modalidades de tratamento auxilia na melhoria do bem-estar do animal acometido. Como a disfunção não tem cura, o tratamento é longo e, muitas vezes, não é possível visualizar melhora evidente no animal. Dessa forma, alguns tutores acabam optando pela eutanásia. Apesar de ser frequente em cães idosos e haver uma ampla base literária acerca da DCC, não há um protocolo terapêutico específico. Sendo assim, há diversos tratamentos disponibilizados de forma isolada na literatura, fazendo com que os clínicos veterinários encontrem dificuldades para achar um compilado de informações em uma única fonte.

Canine cognitive dysfunction (CCD) is a disease that causes physiological and behavioral changes in elderly dogs and presents a physiopathogeny similar to Alzheimer's disease (AD), which affects humans. Clinical signs are represented by the acronym DISHA (disorientation, changes in interaction with people/animals, changes in the sleep-wake cycle, learning/memory failure, and altered activity level). The main form of diagnosis of illness is based on a questionnaire answered by the tutor, related to the animal behavior. The treatment is multimodal, basically consisting of drug use, changes in the diet, and environmental and mental enrichment. The drugs used are of various pharmacological classes and act directly on substances related to the physiopathogeny of CCD, besides attenuating some clinical signs of the disease. This drug action is enhanced with the addition of specific foods, enrichment of the environment where the animal lives and mental stimulation, mainly through tours. The union of all these treatment modalities helps to improve the welfare of the affected animal. As the disease has no cure, the treatment is long and it is often not possible to visualize evident improvement in the animal. In this way, some tutors opt for euthanasia. Despite being frequent in elderly dogs and there is a broad literature on CCD, there is no specific therapeutic protocol. There are several treatments available in isolation in the literature, causing veterinary clinicians find it difficult to locate a compilation of information from a single source.

Demographics and health care profiles of dogs and cats associated with the socioeconomic profile of their tutors in areas assisted by Family Health Strategies in Brazil / Perfis demográficos e assistenciais de cães e gatos associados ao perfil socioeconômico de seus tutores em áreas atendidas por Estratégias de Saúde da Família no Brasil

This study aimed to evaluate the demographic and healthcare situation of dogs and cats owned by families assisted by the Family Health Strategy (FHS), from Santa Maria/RS, Brazil. This research was a cross-sectional and population-based study developed by applying a questionnaire to residents in the 16 FHS areas of the city. This was the first study addressing pet animal conditions in the FHS area. A total of 414 households were studied, and 88.5% of them had pets (dogs and/or cats), with an average of 2.2 dogs and 0.8 cats per household. Only 18.4% (228/1.241) of the animals were sterilized (dogs, 15.1% [135/891]; cats, 26.7% [93/348]). When considering the number of dogs, households with one resident had fewer dogs than households with two or more residents (p=0.006). The level of education and family income were not associated with the number of animals (p>0.001). However, higher levels of education and family income were associated with the sterilization of dogs, veterinary monitoring, vaccination, and treatment of ectoparasites in dogs and cats (p<0.0001). Additionally, the higher family income was associated with a higher frequency of endoparasite treatment (p<0.05). The study shows a high average number of pets per household in FSH areas compared to the average household population as well as a lack of veterinary care, making it essential to promote responsible custody.

Este estudo teve como objetivo avaliar a situação demográfica e de saúde de cães e gatos pertencentes a famílias assistidas pela Estratégia de Saúde da Família (ESF), de Santa Maria/RS, Brasil. Esta pesquisa foi um estudo transversal baseado na população adscrita, desenvolvido por meio da aplicação de questionário aos residentes das 16 áreas de ESF da cidade. Este foi o primeiro estudo que abordou as condições dos animais de estimação na área de ESF. Foram estudados 414 domicílios, e 88,5% deles tinham animais de estimação (cães e/ou gatos), com uma média de 2,2 cães e 0,8 gatos por domicilio. Apenas 18,4% (228/1,241) dos animais foram esterilizados (cães, 15,1% [135/891]; gatos, 26,7% [93/348]). Ao considerar o número de cães, os lares com um residente tinham menos cães que os lares com dois ou mais residentes (p=0,006). O nível de educação e a renda familiar não estavam associados ao número de animais (p>0,001). Entretanto, níveis mais altos de educação e renda familiar foram associados com a esterilização de cães, monitoramento veterinário, vacinação e tratamento de ectoparasitas em cães e gatos (p<0,0001). Adicionalmente, a maior renda familiar foi associada a uma maior freqüência de tratamento endoparasitário (p<0,05). O estudo mostra um alto número médio de animais de estimação por domicílio nas áreas de ESF em comparação com a população domiciliar média, bem como uma falta de cuidados veterinários, tornando essencial promover a custódia responsável.

SARS-CoV-2 em cães e gatos: revisão de literatura / SARS-CoV-2 in dogs and cats: literature review / SARS-CoV-2 en perros y gatos: revisión de literatura

Ao final de 2019, um novo coronavírus foi identificado na China, em pacientes com pneumonia severa. Desde sua descoberta, o SARS-CoV-2 se disseminou rapidamente por todo o mundo. Esta revisão de literatura foi realizada para definir o papel de cães e gatos na epidemiologia do SARS-CoV-2. O coronavírus pertence à família Coronaviridae, gêneros Betacoronavírus, é o agente causador da COVID-19 humana e apresenta glicoproteínas de pico que permitem a entrada do vírus na célula hospedeira, por meio da ligação da proteína de pico com os receptores da enzima conversora de angiotensina tipo 2. Não há relatos de que animais de companhia sejam fonte de infecção para seres humanos, entretanto, evidências apontam que humanos infectados possam transmitir partículas virais para os animais de forma natural. Animais infectados podem apresentar sinais clínicos leves e autolimitantes. Assim cães e gatos podem adquirir o SARS-CoV-2 de seus tutores e podem transmitir para outros animais, mas não para humanos e que é importante o entendimento da susceptibilidade de cães e gatos devido ao seu contato próximo com seres humanos.

By the end of 2019, a new coronavirus was identified in China, in patients with severe pneumonia. Since its discovery, the SARS-CoV-2 has quickly spread throughout the world. This literature review was conducted to define the role of dogs and cats in the epidemiology of SARS-CoV-2. The coronavirus belongs to the Coronaviridae family, Betacoronavirus genera, is the causative agent of the human COVID-19 and shows spike glycotproteins which allow the virus to enter in the host cell through the binding the spike protein with the receptors of the angiotensin-converting enzyme type 2. There is no reports that companion animals are a source of infection for human beings, however, evidences show that infected humans can transmit viral particles to the animals in a natural way. Infected animals may show mild and self-limiting clinical signs. Thus, dogs and cats can acquire SARS-CoV-2 from their tutors and may transmit to other animals, but not to humans and that is important the understanding about the susceptibility of dogs and cats due their close contact with human beings.

Al final de 2019, un nuevo coronavirus fue identificado en China, en pacientes con neumonía severa. Desde su descubrimiento, el SARS-CoV-2 se diseminó rápidamente por todo el mundo. Esta revisión de literatura fue realizada para definir el papel de perros y gatos en la epidemiología del SARS-CoV-2. El coronavirus pertenece a la familia Coronaviridae, género Betacoronavírus, es el agente causador de la COVID-19 humana y presenta glicoproteínas de pico que permiten la entrada del virus en la célula hospedadora, mediante la unión de la proteína de pico con los receptores de la enzima convertidora de antiogensina tipo 2. No hay reportes de que animales de compañía sean fuente de infección para los seres humanos, entretanto, evidencias apuntan que humanos infectados puedan transmitir partículas virales para los animales de forma natural. Animales infectados pueden presentar signos clínicos leves y autolimitados Así perros y gatos pueden adquirir el SARS-CoV-2 de sus tutores y pueden transmitir para otros animales, pero no para humanos y es importante el entendimiento de la susceptibilidad de perros y gatos debido a su contacto próximo con seres humanos.

Feline obesity: risk factors and clinical and metabolic findings / Obesidade felina: fatores de risco, achados clínicos e metabólicos

Excess body fat can cause a series of metabolic and mechanical effects on the body. Therefore, this study aimed to verify the clinical, metabolic, and risk factors of overweight (OW) cats. For the acceptance of participation in the research, the tutors were asked to answer a questionnaire containing 34 questions and to point out the body condition score (BCS) on a sheet containing nine images of different scores (1 to 9 on a 9-point scale). Thereafter, the body evaluations were performed as a classification of the BCS on a scale from 1 to 9, with an ideal score (IS) of BCS 5 and OW for BCS > 5. Further, the lean mass index and morphometric measurements (thoracic and abdominal circumferences and height and length of the patella to calcaneal tuberosity) were performed to estimate the percentage of body fat. Systolic blood pressure was measured using the non-invasive Doppler method and blood was collected for hemogram and serum biochemistry (creatinine, urea, alanine aminotransferase, alkaline phosphatase, gamma-glutamyl transferase, glucose, triglycerides, and cholesterol). After these analyses, we sought to guide and raise the awareness of the tutors to promote the correct nutritional and environmental management of the animals. Thirty adult cats were divided into two groups, based on the classification of the BCS, with eight having an IS and 22 being OW. The OW group was found to have a low level of physical activity, hypercholesterolemia, and higher values of body characteristics. Additionally, there was a median agreement between the perceptions of the clinician and the tutors. Therefore, it was concluded that the main laboratory alteration found in the obese cats was hypercholesterolemia, which was a critical parameter. It was observed that a low degree of physical activity could cause excess weight gain. It was found that the guardians of the cats with ideal weight underestimated the BCS, which could contribute to the supply of excess food and consequently, obesity. Thus, this study was sought to guide and raise the awareness of tutors, to promote the correct nutritional and environmental management thereby providing welfare and quality of life to the animals.(AU)

O excesso de gordura corporal pode ocasionar uma série de efeitos metabólicos e mecânicos no organismo. Portanto, o objetivo deste artigo foi verificar os achados clínicos, metabólicos e fatores de risco em felinos acima do peso ideal. A partir da aceitação da participação na pesquisa, os tutores foram convidados a responder um questionário contendo 34 perguntas e também apontar o escore de condição corporal (ECC) em uma folha contendo nove imagens de diferentes escores (1 a 9 em uma escala de 9 pontos). Posterior a isso, foram realizadas as avaliações corporais como classificação do ECC na escala de 1 a 9, sendo escore ideal (ECC 5) e acima do peso (ECC > 5), índice de massa magra, aferição das medidas morfométricas (circunferência torácia e abdominal, estatura e comprimento da patela a tuberosidade calcânea), com o intuito de estimar o percentual de gordura corporal. Bem como, foram realizadas a aferição da pressão arterial sistólica pelo método Doppler não invasivo e a coleta de sangue para hemograma e bioquímica sérica (creatinina, ureia, alanina aminotransferase, fosfatase alcalina, gama glutamil transferase, glicose, triglicerídeos e colesterol). Posterior a esses procedimentos buscou-se orientar e conscientizar os tutores, com o intuito de promover o correto manejo nutricional e ambiental dos animais. Participaram 30 felinos adultos, que foram agrupados em dois grupos, após a classificação do ECC, sendo EI escore ideal (n=8) e AP acima do peso (n=22). Foi possível verificar no grupo AP baixo nível de atividade física, hipercolesterolemia e valores superiores nas características corporais, bem como, concordância mediana entre a percepção do clínico e dos tutores. Portanto, conclui-se, neste estudo, que a principal alteração laboratorial encontrada em gatos obesos foi a hipercolesterolemia, sendo de grande importância avaliar este parâmetro. E, observou-se que o baixo grau de atividade física pode ocasionar o excesso de peso. Logo, verificou-se que tutores de gatos no peso ideal subestimaram o ECC, o que pode contribuir para o fornecimento de excesso de alimento e, consequentemente, a obesidade. Assim, buscou-se orientar e conscientizar os tutores, a fim de promover o correto manejo nutricional e ambiental e assim proporcionar bem-estar e qualidade de vida aos animais.(AU)

Projeto de controle populacional de cães e gatos: benefícios ao treinamento dos alunos de Medicina Veterinária / Project for population control of dogs and cats: benefits for the training of Veterinary Medicine student

A reprodução descontrolada de animais semi-domiciliados está envolvida com abandono e riscos à saúde pública devido às possíveis zoonoses veiculadas. Projetos de extensão de controle da natalidade de cães e gatos proporcionam aprendizagem e treinamento dos alunos sob a supervisão, bem como a orientação de tutores sobre o manejo adequado de seus animais e a guarda responsável. O objetivo do projeto foi promover o treinamento clínico, cirúrgico e aproximação dos estudantes com os tutores de animais de companhia. Alunos do curso de medicina veterinária realizaram, sob supervisão dos docentes e pós graduandos, atendimento clínico e cirurgias eletivas de castração de cães e gatos de tutores desafiados financeiramente. Após seis meses de treinamento foi aplicado um questionário aos discentes, o objetivo foi avaliar a evolução dos conhecimentos adquiridos. Trinta alunos responderam aos questionários, sendo que 47% demonstraram ter adquirido maior conhecimento na prática cirúrgica; 23% nas habilidades anestésicas; 20% em outros procedimentos e 10% no trabalho em equipe. Estes resultados confirmam a necessidade de treinamento dos graduandos em ações extra sala de aula, para que seja possível a formação de um profissional capacitado e seguro para exercer a profissão, estimulando e fortalecendo o trabalho em equipe(AU)

The concern with semi-domiciled animals is involved with the uncontrolled reproduction, abandonment and risk to the public health due to the possible zoonoses transmitted. Cat and dog birth control extension projects provide learning and training for students, under the supervision of professors as well as tutors are advised on the proper management of their animals by encouraging responsible custody. The objective was to promote student training on clinical, surgical and access with the reality of pet owners. Veterinary medicine students underwent clinical and surgical care, under the supervision of the professors, in order to carry out elective castration of patients of financially challenged tutors. After six months of training, a questionnaire was developed in order to identify if there was evolution in relation to the acquired knowledge. Thirty students answered the questionnaires, 47% of whom demonstrated greater knowledge in the surgical practice; 23% in anesthetic skills; 20% in other procedures and 10% in teamwork. These results demonstrate the need for training of undergraduates, with participation in extra-classroom actions, so that it is possible to train a qualified and safe professional to practice the profession, stimulating and strengthening teamwork.(AU)

Projeto de controle populacional de cães e gatos: benefícios ao treinamento dos alunos de Medicina Veterinária / Project for population control of dogs and cats: benefits for the training of Veterinary Medicine student

A reprodução descontrolada de animais semi-domiciliados está envolvida com abandono e riscos à saúde pública devido às possíveis zoonoses veiculadas. Projetos de extensão de controle da natalidade de cães e gatos proporcionam aprendizagem e treinamento dos alunos sob a supervisão, bem como a orientação de tutores sobre o manejo adequado de seus animais e a guarda responsável. O objetivo do projeto foi promover o treinamento clínico, cirúrgico e aproximação dos estudantes com os tutores de animais de companhia. Alunos do curso de medicina veterinária realizaram, sob supervisão dos docentes e pós graduandos, atendimento clínico e cirurgias eletivas de castração de cães e gatos de tutores desafiados financeiramente. Após seis meses de treinamento foi aplicado um questionário aos discentes, o objetivo foi avaliar a evolução dos conhecimentos adquiridos. Trinta alunos responderam aos questionários, sendo que 47% demonstraram ter adquirido maior conhecimento na prática cirúrgica; 23% nas habilidades anestésicas; 20% em outros procedimentos e 10% no trabalho em equipe. Estes resultados confirmam a necessidade de treinamento dos graduandos em ações extra sala de aula, para que seja possível a formação de um profissional capacitado e seguro para exercer a profissão, estimulando e fortalecendo o trabalho em equipe

The concern with semi-domiciled animals is involved with the uncontrolled reproduction, abandonment and risk to the public health due to the possible zoonoses transmitted. Cat and dog birth control extension projects provide learning and training for students, under the supervision of professors as well as tutors are advised on the proper management of their animals by encouraging responsible custody. The objective was to promote student training on clinical, surgical and access with the reality of pet owners. Veterinary medicine students underwent clinical and surgical care, under the supervision of the professors, in order to carry out elective castration of patients of financially challenged tutors. After six months of training, a questionnaire was developed in order to identify if there was evolution in relation to the acquired knowledge. Thirty students answered the questionnaires, 47% of whom demonstrated greater knowledge in the surgical practice; 23% in anesthetic skills; 20% in other procedures and 10% in teamwork. These results demonstrate the need for training of undergraduates, with participation in extra-classroom actions, so that it is possible to train a qualified and safe professional to practice the profession, stimulating and strengthening teamwork.