Anti-dog fouling campaigns and meat condemnation

There are five parasites for which canines are definitive hosts and which are a significant source of economic impact for the cattle and sheep market in the British Isles. Dogs infected with these parasites shed infective stages which, when consumed by sheep and cattle, lead to cyst formation. Therefore, these parasites should be considered when discussing the need for anti-dog fouling measures in relation to reducing adverse economic impact. To read about these parasites in full, click here!