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03574-A: Development of an Antibiotic Susceptibility Protocol and Genetic Characterization of Canine Mycoplasmas

Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex (CIRDC) commonly known as “kennel cough” is a highly contagious disease affecting the canine population. Mycoplasma spp., a cell wall-less bacteria, is an important pathogen contributing to this disease process. Canine mycoplasmas have been implicated in urogenital disease as well leading to infertility issues including poor semen quality. Veterinarians must […]