The occurrence and anti-microbial susceptibility of Salmonellae isolated from commercially available pig ear pet treats.

摘要: Summary In Canada, there have been reported outbreaks of human salmonellosis related to exposure animal-derived pet treats, involving pig ear beef steak patty dog treats and seafood origin. As a follow-up recommendations made the treat industry in 1999, total 245 were purchased two Canadian cities provide evidence adoption determine current levels Salmonella contamination available at stores. An overall prevalence 4% was observed, with isolates exhibiting resistance up seven anti-microbials. Serotypes recovered included S. Bovismorbificans, Give, Derby Typhimurium var. Copenhagen. Although observed during this study is lower than should still be considered as possible source anti-microbial resistant bacteria humans dogs Canada.