Clinical Characteristics of Canine Thelaziasis Observed in a Mountainous Region of Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan: 13 Cases (2021‐2024)

Key Points

• The aim is to describe the clinical characteristics of canine thelaziasis cases in a specific region.
• Examined 13 cases of dogs diagnosed with thelaziasis in Kanagawa Prefecture.
• Documented demographic data including age, sex, and living conditions.
• Reported treatment responses and annual incidence rates.
• Annual incidence rate of thelaziasis was 0.26%.
• Predominantly affected dogs were male (9 cases) with a median age of 10 years.
• Effective treatment through removal of parasites in 83% of cases.

Abstract