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Macrococcus canis and M. caseolyticus in dogs: occurrence, genetic diversity and antibiotic resistance.
Veterinary dermatology - 1 Dec 2017
Cotting Kerstin, Strauss Christian, Rodriguez-Campos Sabrina, Rostaher Ana, Fischer Nina M, Roosje Petra J, Favrot Claude, Perreten Vincent
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BACKGROUND: The discovery of a new Macrococcus canis species isolated from skin and infection sites of dogs led us to question if Macrococcus spp. are common in dogs and are resistant to antibiotics. HYPOTHESIS/OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the occurrence of Macrococcus spp. in dogs, determine antibiotic resistance profiles and genetic relationships. ANIMALS: One hundred and sixty two dogs (mainly West Highland white...
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