Detection of Influenza D Antibodies in Dogs, Apulia Region, Italy, 2016 and 2023
Claudia Maria Trombetta, Serena Marchi, Maria Marotta, Ana Moreno, Chiara Chiapponi, Emanuele Montomoli, Gianvito Lanave, Michele Camero, Vito Martella
Abstract
Dogs are known to be susceptible to influenza A viruses, although information on influenza D virus (IDV) is limited. We investigated the seroprevalence of IDV in 426 dogs in the Apulia region of Italy during 2016 and 2023. A total of 14 samples were positive for IDV antibodies, suggesting exposure to IDV in dogs.
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VirologyAntibodyMedicineGeographyImmunologyInfluenza Virus Research StudiesRespiratory viral infections researchVirology and Viral Diseases