Koedoe - African Protected Area Conservation and Science
The Kruger National Park (KNP), Republic of South Africa, is one of the most intensively studied ... more The Kruger National Park (KNP), Republic of South Africa, is one of the most intensively studied areas of Africa. Underlying the management practices for such a Park as well as broad-based ecological studies, is a thorough knowledge of the diversity and distribution of the fauna and flora under conservation.
Koedoe - African Protected Area Conservation and Science
The Kruger National Park (KNP), Republic of South Africa, is one of the most intensively studied ... more The Kruger National Park (KNP), Republic of South Africa, is one of the most intensively studied areas of Africa. Underlying the management practices for such a Park as well as broad-based ecological studies, is a thorough knowledge of the diversity and distribution of the fauna and flora under conservation.
Koedoe - African Protected Area Conservation and Science
The Kruger National Park (KNP), Republic of South Africa, is one of the most intensively studied ... more The Kruger National Park (KNP), Republic of South Africa, is one of the most intensively studied areas of Africa. Underlying the management practices for such a Park as well as broad-based ecological studies, is a thorough knowledge of the diversity and distribution of the fauna and flora under conservation.
Koedoe - African Protected Area Conservation and Science
The Kruger National Park (KNP), Republic of South Africa, is one of the most intensively studied ... more The Kruger National Park (KNP), Republic of South Africa, is one of the most intensively studied areas of Africa. Underlying the management practices for such a Park as well as broad-based ecological studies, is a thorough knowledge of the diversity and distribution of the fauna and flora under conservation.
Koedoe - African Protected Area Conservation and Science
The Kruger National Park (KNP), Republic of South Africa, is one of the most intensively studied ... more The Kruger National Park (KNP), Republic of South Africa, is one of the most intensively studied areas of Africa. Underlying the management practices for such a Park as well as broad-based ecological studies, is a thorough knowledge of the diversity and distribution of the fauna and flora under conservation.
Koedoe - African Protected Area Conservation and Science
The Kruger National Park (KNP), Republic of South Africa, is one of the most intensively studied ... more The Kruger National Park (KNP), Republic of South Africa, is one of the most intensively studied areas of Africa. Underlying the management practices for such a Park as well as broad-based ecological studies, is a thorough knowledge of the diversity and distribution of the fauna and flora under conservation.
The Onderstepoort journal of veterinary research, 2007
Culicoides biting midges (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae) are responsible for the transmission of a lar... more Culicoides biting midges (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae) are responsible for the transmission of a large number of pathogens to livestock and wild animals. In this study the presence of the genus, using light traps based at four different sites within the National Zoological Gardens of South Africa, was investigated during 2002-2004. In total, 37 species were recorded, including large numbers of Culicoides imicola Kieffer, 1913, which is responsible for the transmission of economically important arboviruses in South Africa, Europe, Middle and Far East. These results are discussed with reference to the wider Culicoides fauna in the Onderstepoort area of South Africa, their vector competence as well as biosecurity at the National Zoological Gardens.
The Onderstepoort journal of veterinary research, 2007
Culicoides biting midges (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae) are responsible for the transmission of a lar... more Culicoides biting midges (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae) are responsible for the transmission of a large number of pathogens to livestock and wild animals. In this study the presence of the genus, using light traps based at four different sites within the National Zoological Gardens of South Africa, was investigated during 2002-2004. In total, 37 species were recorded, including large numbers of Culicoides imicola Kieffer, 1913, which is responsible for the transmission of economically important arboviruses in South Africa, Europe, Middle and Far East. These results are discussed with reference to the wider Culicoides fauna in the Onderstepoort area of South Africa, their vector competence as well as biosecurity at the National Zoological Gardens.
The Onderstepoort journal of veterinary research, 2007
Culicoides biting midges (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae) are responsible for the transmission of a lar... more Culicoides biting midges (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae) are responsible for the transmission of a large number of pathogens to livestock and wild animals. In this study the presence of the genus, using light traps based at four different sites within the National Zoological Gardens of South Africa, was investigated during 2002-2004. In total, 37 species were recorded, including large numbers of Culicoides imicola Kieffer, 1913, which is responsible for the transmission of economically important arboviruses in South Africa, Europe, Middle and Far East. These results are discussed with reference to the wider Culicoides fauna in the Onderstepoort area of South Africa, their vector competence as well as biosecurity at the National Zoological Gardens.
The Onderstepoort journal of veterinary research, 2007
Culicoides biting midges (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae) are responsible for the transmission of a lar... more Culicoides biting midges (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae) are responsible for the transmission of a large number of pathogens to livestock and wild animals. In this study the presence of the genus, using light traps based at four different sites within the National Zoological Gardens of South Africa, was investigated during 2002-2004. In total, 37 species were recorded, including large numbers of Culicoides imicola Kieffer, 1913, which is responsible for the transmission of economically important arboviruses in South Africa, Europe, Middle and Far East. These results are discussed with reference to the wider Culicoides fauna in the Onderstepoort area of South Africa, their vector competence as well as biosecurity at the National Zoological Gardens.
The Onderstepoort journal of veterinary research, 2007
Culicoides biting midges (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae) are responsible for the transmission of a lar... more Culicoides biting midges (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae) are responsible for the transmission of a large number of pathogens to livestock and wild animals. In this study the presence of the genus, using light traps based at four different sites within the National Zoological Gardens of South Africa, was investigated during 2002-2004. In total, 37 species were recorded, including large numbers of Culicoides imicola Kieffer, 1913, which is responsible for the transmission of economically important arboviruses in South Africa, Europe, Middle and Far East. These results are discussed with reference to the wider Culicoides fauna in the Onderstepoort area of South Africa, their vector competence as well as biosecurity at the National Zoological Gardens.
Journal of zoo and wildlife medicine : official publication of the American Association of Zoo Veterinarians, 1997
A captive king cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) was evaluated for a subacute onset of ataxia in all fou... more A captive king cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) was evaluated for a subacute onset of ataxia in all four limbs. The ataxia appeared to be spinal in origin, evidenced by apparent conscious proprioceptive deficits in all limbs, and there was no evidence of cerebellar involvement. Anesthesia was performed and survey spinal radiographs were normal. Cerebrospinal fluid analysis revealed an apparently sterile meningitis of unknown etiology. Although transient improvement was noted with glucocorticoid and antimicrobial therapy, the condition deteriorated subsequently and the animal became quadriparetic and paraplegic. Follow-up cerebrospinal fluid analysis and culture revealed the presence of Cryptococcus neoformans. Myelography demonstrated obstruction of the subarachnoid space at the level of the seventh cervical vertebra. Pathological examination following euthanasia revealed a solitary pulmonary cryptococcoma and confirmed cryptococcal meningoencephalomyelitis.
Journal of zoo and wildlife medicine : official publication of the American Association of Zoo Veterinarians, 1997
A captive king cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) was evaluated for a subacute onset of ataxia in all fou... more A captive king cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) was evaluated for a subacute onset of ataxia in all four limbs. The ataxia appeared to be spinal in origin, evidenced by apparent conscious proprioceptive deficits in all limbs, and there was no evidence of cerebellar involvement. Anesthesia was performed and survey spinal radiographs were normal. Cerebrospinal fluid analysis revealed an apparently sterile meningitis of unknown etiology. Although transient improvement was noted with glucocorticoid and antimicrobial therapy, the condition deteriorated subsequently and the animal became quadriparetic and paraplegic. Follow-up cerebrospinal fluid analysis and culture revealed the presence of Cryptococcus neoformans. Myelography demonstrated obstruction of the subarachnoid space at the level of the seventh cervical vertebra. Pathological examination following euthanasia revealed a solitary pulmonary cryptococcoma and confirmed cryptococcal meningoencephalomyelitis.
Journal of zoo and wildlife medicine : official publication of the American Association of Zoo Veterinarians, 1997
A captive king cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) was evaluated for a subacute onset of ataxia in all fou... more A captive king cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) was evaluated for a subacute onset of ataxia in all four limbs. The ataxia appeared to be spinal in origin, evidenced by apparent conscious proprioceptive deficits in all limbs, and there was no evidence of cerebellar involvement. Anesthesia was performed and survey spinal radiographs were normal. Cerebrospinal fluid analysis revealed an apparently sterile meningitis of unknown etiology. Although transient improvement was noted with glucocorticoid and antimicrobial therapy, the condition deteriorated subsequently and the animal became quadriparetic and paraplegic. Follow-up cerebrospinal fluid analysis and culture revealed the presence of Cryptococcus neoformans. Myelography demonstrated obstruction of the subarachnoid space at the level of the seventh cervical vertebra. Pathological examination following euthanasia revealed a solitary pulmonary cryptococcoma and confirmed cryptococcal meningoencephalomyelitis.
Journal of zoo and wildlife medicine : official publication of the American Association of Zoo Veterinarians, 1997
A captive king cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) was evaluated for a subacute onset of ataxia in all fou... more A captive king cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) was evaluated for a subacute onset of ataxia in all four limbs. The ataxia appeared to be spinal in origin, evidenced by apparent conscious proprioceptive deficits in all limbs, and there was no evidence of cerebellar involvement. Anesthesia was performed and survey spinal radiographs were normal. Cerebrospinal fluid analysis revealed an apparently sterile meningitis of unknown etiology. Although transient improvement was noted with glucocorticoid and antimicrobial therapy, the condition deteriorated subsequently and the animal became quadriparetic and paraplegic. Follow-up cerebrospinal fluid analysis and culture revealed the presence of Cryptococcus neoformans. Myelography demonstrated obstruction of the subarachnoid space at the level of the seventh cervical vertebra. Pathological examination following euthanasia revealed a solitary pulmonary cryptococcoma and confirmed cryptococcal meningoencephalomyelitis.
Journal of zoo and wildlife medicine : official publication of the American Association of Zoo Veterinarians, 1997
A captive king cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) was evaluated for a subacute onset of ataxia in all fou... more A captive king cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) was evaluated for a subacute onset of ataxia in all four limbs. The ataxia appeared to be spinal in origin, evidenced by apparent conscious proprioceptive deficits in all limbs, and there was no evidence of cerebellar involvement. Anesthesia was performed and survey spinal radiographs were normal. Cerebrospinal fluid analysis revealed an apparently sterile meningitis of unknown etiology. Although transient improvement was noted with glucocorticoid and antimicrobial therapy, the condition deteriorated subsequently and the animal became quadriparetic and paraplegic. Follow-up cerebrospinal fluid analysis and culture revealed the presence of Cryptococcus neoformans. Myelography demonstrated obstruction of the subarachnoid space at the level of the seventh cervical vertebra. Pathological examination following euthanasia revealed a solitary pulmonary cryptococcoma and confirmed cryptococcal meningoencephalomyelitis.
Journal of the South African Veterinary Association, 1996
A retrospective survey on the causes of disease and death in captive wild dogs (Lycaon pictus) (n... more A retrospective survey on the causes of disease and death in captive wild dogs (Lycaon pictus) (n = 87) presented for examination and investigation from 1983 to 1995, revealed that 50 were less than a week old, 13 were between a week and 1 year of age, 7 were less than 5 years old, and 6 were older than 5 years. The age of 11 adult dogs could not be determined. The cause of death could not be determined in the majority of neonates but 37 probably died of exposure and 13 of septicaemia and pulmonary lesions. Various causes of trauma, including aggression and siblicide, were diagnosed in 13 wild dogs. Lesions of the lungs, kidneys, heart, pancreas, uterus, intestines and skin were diagnosed respectively in 4, 6, 3, 3, 5, 5 and 2 of the cases. An aberrant behavioural pattern was diagnosed in a hand-reared wild dog.
Journal of the South African Veterinary Association, 1996
A retrospective survey on the causes of disease and death in captive wild dogs (Lycaon pictus) (n... more A retrospective survey on the causes of disease and death in captive wild dogs (Lycaon pictus) (n = 87) presented for examination and investigation from 1983 to 1995, revealed that 50 were less than a week old, 13 were between a week and 1 year of age, 7 were less than 5 years old, and 6 were older than 5 years. The age of 11 adult dogs could not be determined. The cause of death could not be determined in the majority of neonates but 37 probably died of exposure and 13 of septicaemia and pulmonary lesions. Various causes of trauma, including aggression and siblicide, were diagnosed in 13 wild dogs. Lesions of the lungs, kidneys, heart, pancreas, uterus, intestines and skin were diagnosed respectively in 4, 6, 3, 3, 5, 5 and 2 of the cases. An aberrant behavioural pattern was diagnosed in a hand-reared wild dog.
Journal of the South African Veterinary Association, 1996
A retrospective survey on the causes of disease and death in captive wild dogs (Lycaon pictus) (n... more A retrospective survey on the causes of disease and death in captive wild dogs (Lycaon pictus) (n = 87) presented for examination and investigation from 1983 to 1995, revealed that 50 were less than a week old, 13 were between a week and 1 year of age, 7 were less than 5 years old, and 6 were older than 5 years. The age of 11 adult dogs could not be determined. The cause of death could not be determined in the majority of neonates but 37 probably died of exposure and 13 of septicaemia and pulmonary lesions. Various causes of trauma, including aggression and siblicide, were diagnosed in 13 wild dogs. Lesions of the lungs, kidneys, heart, pancreas, uterus, intestines and skin were diagnosed respectively in 4, 6, 3, 3, 5, 5 and 2 of the cases. An aberrant behavioural pattern was diagnosed in a hand-reared wild dog.
Journal of the South African Veterinary Association, 1996
A retrospective survey on the causes of disease and death in captive wild dogs (Lycaon pictus) (n... more A retrospective survey on the causes of disease and death in captive wild dogs (Lycaon pictus) (n = 87) presented for examination and investigation from 1983 to 1995, revealed that 50 were less than a week old, 13 were between a week and 1 year of age, 7 were less than 5 years old, and 6 were older than 5 years. The age of 11 adult dogs could not be determined. The cause of death could not be determined in the majority of neonates but 37 probably died of exposure and 13 of septicaemia and pulmonary lesions. Various causes of trauma, including aggression and siblicide, were diagnosed in 13 wild dogs. Lesions of the lungs, kidneys, heart, pancreas, uterus, intestines and skin were diagnosed respectively in 4, 6, 3, 3, 5, 5 and 2 of the cases. An aberrant behavioural pattern was diagnosed in a hand-reared wild dog.
Koedoe - African Protected Area Conservation and Science
The Kruger National Park (KNP), Republic of South Africa, is one of the most intensively studied ... more The Kruger National Park (KNP), Republic of South Africa, is one of the most intensively studied areas of Africa. Underlying the management practices for such a Park as well as broad-based ecological studies, is a thorough knowledge of the diversity and distribution of the fauna and flora under conservation.
Koedoe - African Protected Area Conservation and Science
The Kruger National Park (KNP), Republic of South Africa, is one of the most intensively studied ... more The Kruger National Park (KNP), Republic of South Africa, is one of the most intensively studied areas of Africa. Underlying the management practices for such a Park as well as broad-based ecological studies, is a thorough knowledge of the diversity and distribution of the fauna and flora under conservation.
Koedoe - African Protected Area Conservation and Science
The Kruger National Park (KNP), Republic of South Africa, is one of the most intensively studied ... more The Kruger National Park (KNP), Republic of South Africa, is one of the most intensively studied areas of Africa. Underlying the management practices for such a Park as well as broad-based ecological studies, is a thorough knowledge of the diversity and distribution of the fauna and flora under conservation.
Koedoe - African Protected Area Conservation and Science
The Kruger National Park (KNP), Republic of South Africa, is one of the most intensively studied ... more The Kruger National Park (KNP), Republic of South Africa, is one of the most intensively studied areas of Africa. Underlying the management practices for such a Park as well as broad-based ecological studies, is a thorough knowledge of the diversity and distribution of the fauna and flora under conservation.
Koedoe - African Protected Area Conservation and Science
The Kruger National Park (KNP), Republic of South Africa, is one of the most intensively studied ... more The Kruger National Park (KNP), Republic of South Africa, is one of the most intensively studied areas of Africa. Underlying the management practices for such a Park as well as broad-based ecological studies, is a thorough knowledge of the diversity and distribution of the fauna and flora under conservation.
Koedoe - African Protected Area Conservation and Science
The Kruger National Park (KNP), Republic of South Africa, is one of the most intensively studied ... more The Kruger National Park (KNP), Republic of South Africa, is one of the most intensively studied areas of Africa. Underlying the management practices for such a Park as well as broad-based ecological studies, is a thorough knowledge of the diversity and distribution of the fauna and flora under conservation.
The Onderstepoort journal of veterinary research, 2007
Culicoides biting midges (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae) are responsible for the transmission of a lar... more Culicoides biting midges (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae) are responsible for the transmission of a large number of pathogens to livestock and wild animals. In this study the presence of the genus, using light traps based at four different sites within the National Zoological Gardens of South Africa, was investigated during 2002-2004. In total, 37 species were recorded, including large numbers of Culicoides imicola Kieffer, 1913, which is responsible for the transmission of economically important arboviruses in South Africa, Europe, Middle and Far East. These results are discussed with reference to the wider Culicoides fauna in the Onderstepoort area of South Africa, their vector competence as well as biosecurity at the National Zoological Gardens.
The Onderstepoort journal of veterinary research, 2007
Culicoides biting midges (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae) are responsible for the transmission of a lar... more Culicoides biting midges (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae) are responsible for the transmission of a large number of pathogens to livestock and wild animals. In this study the presence of the genus, using light traps based at four different sites within the National Zoological Gardens of South Africa, was investigated during 2002-2004. In total, 37 species were recorded, including large numbers of Culicoides imicola Kieffer, 1913, which is responsible for the transmission of economically important arboviruses in South Africa, Europe, Middle and Far East. These results are discussed with reference to the wider Culicoides fauna in the Onderstepoort area of South Africa, their vector competence as well as biosecurity at the National Zoological Gardens.
The Onderstepoort journal of veterinary research, 2007
Culicoides biting midges (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae) are responsible for the transmission of a lar... more Culicoides biting midges (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae) are responsible for the transmission of a large number of pathogens to livestock and wild animals. In this study the presence of the genus, using light traps based at four different sites within the National Zoological Gardens of South Africa, was investigated during 2002-2004. In total, 37 species were recorded, including large numbers of Culicoides imicola Kieffer, 1913, which is responsible for the transmission of economically important arboviruses in South Africa, Europe, Middle and Far East. These results are discussed with reference to the wider Culicoides fauna in the Onderstepoort area of South Africa, their vector competence as well as biosecurity at the National Zoological Gardens.
The Onderstepoort journal of veterinary research, 2007
Culicoides biting midges (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae) are responsible for the transmission of a lar... more Culicoides biting midges (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae) are responsible for the transmission of a large number of pathogens to livestock and wild animals. In this study the presence of the genus, using light traps based at four different sites within the National Zoological Gardens of South Africa, was investigated during 2002-2004. In total, 37 species were recorded, including large numbers of Culicoides imicola Kieffer, 1913, which is responsible for the transmission of economically important arboviruses in South Africa, Europe, Middle and Far East. These results are discussed with reference to the wider Culicoides fauna in the Onderstepoort area of South Africa, their vector competence as well as biosecurity at the National Zoological Gardens.
The Onderstepoort journal of veterinary research, 2007
Culicoides biting midges (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae) are responsible for the transmission of a lar... more Culicoides biting midges (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae) are responsible for the transmission of a large number of pathogens to livestock and wild animals. In this study the presence of the genus, using light traps based at four different sites within the National Zoological Gardens of South Africa, was investigated during 2002-2004. In total, 37 species were recorded, including large numbers of Culicoides imicola Kieffer, 1913, which is responsible for the transmission of economically important arboviruses in South Africa, Europe, Middle and Far East. These results are discussed with reference to the wider Culicoides fauna in the Onderstepoort area of South Africa, their vector competence as well as biosecurity at the National Zoological Gardens.
Journal of zoo and wildlife medicine : official publication of the American Association of Zoo Veterinarians, 1997
A captive king cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) was evaluated for a subacute onset of ataxia in all fou... more A captive king cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) was evaluated for a subacute onset of ataxia in all four limbs. The ataxia appeared to be spinal in origin, evidenced by apparent conscious proprioceptive deficits in all limbs, and there was no evidence of cerebellar involvement. Anesthesia was performed and survey spinal radiographs were normal. Cerebrospinal fluid analysis revealed an apparently sterile meningitis of unknown etiology. Although transient improvement was noted with glucocorticoid and antimicrobial therapy, the condition deteriorated subsequently and the animal became quadriparetic and paraplegic. Follow-up cerebrospinal fluid analysis and culture revealed the presence of Cryptococcus neoformans. Myelography demonstrated obstruction of the subarachnoid space at the level of the seventh cervical vertebra. Pathological examination following euthanasia revealed a solitary pulmonary cryptococcoma and confirmed cryptococcal meningoencephalomyelitis.
Journal of zoo and wildlife medicine : official publication of the American Association of Zoo Veterinarians, 1997
A captive king cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) was evaluated for a subacute onset of ataxia in all fou... more A captive king cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) was evaluated for a subacute onset of ataxia in all four limbs. The ataxia appeared to be spinal in origin, evidenced by apparent conscious proprioceptive deficits in all limbs, and there was no evidence of cerebellar involvement. Anesthesia was performed and survey spinal radiographs were normal. Cerebrospinal fluid analysis revealed an apparently sterile meningitis of unknown etiology. Although transient improvement was noted with glucocorticoid and antimicrobial therapy, the condition deteriorated subsequently and the animal became quadriparetic and paraplegic. Follow-up cerebrospinal fluid analysis and culture revealed the presence of Cryptococcus neoformans. Myelography demonstrated obstruction of the subarachnoid space at the level of the seventh cervical vertebra. Pathological examination following euthanasia revealed a solitary pulmonary cryptococcoma and confirmed cryptococcal meningoencephalomyelitis.
Journal of zoo and wildlife medicine : official publication of the American Association of Zoo Veterinarians, 1997
A captive king cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) was evaluated for a subacute onset of ataxia in all fou... more A captive king cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) was evaluated for a subacute onset of ataxia in all four limbs. The ataxia appeared to be spinal in origin, evidenced by apparent conscious proprioceptive deficits in all limbs, and there was no evidence of cerebellar involvement. Anesthesia was performed and survey spinal radiographs were normal. Cerebrospinal fluid analysis revealed an apparently sterile meningitis of unknown etiology. Although transient improvement was noted with glucocorticoid and antimicrobial therapy, the condition deteriorated subsequently and the animal became quadriparetic and paraplegic. Follow-up cerebrospinal fluid analysis and culture revealed the presence of Cryptococcus neoformans. Myelography demonstrated obstruction of the subarachnoid space at the level of the seventh cervical vertebra. Pathological examination following euthanasia revealed a solitary pulmonary cryptococcoma and confirmed cryptococcal meningoencephalomyelitis.
Journal of zoo and wildlife medicine : official publication of the American Association of Zoo Veterinarians, 1997
A captive king cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) was evaluated for a subacute onset of ataxia in all fou... more A captive king cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) was evaluated for a subacute onset of ataxia in all four limbs. The ataxia appeared to be spinal in origin, evidenced by apparent conscious proprioceptive deficits in all limbs, and there was no evidence of cerebellar involvement. Anesthesia was performed and survey spinal radiographs were normal. Cerebrospinal fluid analysis revealed an apparently sterile meningitis of unknown etiology. Although transient improvement was noted with glucocorticoid and antimicrobial therapy, the condition deteriorated subsequently and the animal became quadriparetic and paraplegic. Follow-up cerebrospinal fluid analysis and culture revealed the presence of Cryptococcus neoformans. Myelography demonstrated obstruction of the subarachnoid space at the level of the seventh cervical vertebra. Pathological examination following euthanasia revealed a solitary pulmonary cryptococcoma and confirmed cryptococcal meningoencephalomyelitis.
Journal of zoo and wildlife medicine : official publication of the American Association of Zoo Veterinarians, 1997
A captive king cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) was evaluated for a subacute onset of ataxia in all fou... more A captive king cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) was evaluated for a subacute onset of ataxia in all four limbs. The ataxia appeared to be spinal in origin, evidenced by apparent conscious proprioceptive deficits in all limbs, and there was no evidence of cerebellar involvement. Anesthesia was performed and survey spinal radiographs were normal. Cerebrospinal fluid analysis revealed an apparently sterile meningitis of unknown etiology. Although transient improvement was noted with glucocorticoid and antimicrobial therapy, the condition deteriorated subsequently and the animal became quadriparetic and paraplegic. Follow-up cerebrospinal fluid analysis and culture revealed the presence of Cryptococcus neoformans. Myelography demonstrated obstruction of the subarachnoid space at the level of the seventh cervical vertebra. Pathological examination following euthanasia revealed a solitary pulmonary cryptococcoma and confirmed cryptococcal meningoencephalomyelitis.
Journal of the South African Veterinary Association, 1996
A retrospective survey on the causes of disease and death in captive wild dogs (Lycaon pictus) (n... more A retrospective survey on the causes of disease and death in captive wild dogs (Lycaon pictus) (n = 87) presented for examination and investigation from 1983 to 1995, revealed that 50 were less than a week old, 13 were between a week and 1 year of age, 7 were less than 5 years old, and 6 were older than 5 years. The age of 11 adult dogs could not be determined. The cause of death could not be determined in the majority of neonates but 37 probably died of exposure and 13 of septicaemia and pulmonary lesions. Various causes of trauma, including aggression and siblicide, were diagnosed in 13 wild dogs. Lesions of the lungs, kidneys, heart, pancreas, uterus, intestines and skin were diagnosed respectively in 4, 6, 3, 3, 5, 5 and 2 of the cases. An aberrant behavioural pattern was diagnosed in a hand-reared wild dog.
Journal of the South African Veterinary Association, 1996
A retrospective survey on the causes of disease and death in captive wild dogs (Lycaon pictus) (n... more A retrospective survey on the causes of disease and death in captive wild dogs (Lycaon pictus) (n = 87) presented for examination and investigation from 1983 to 1995, revealed that 50 were less than a week old, 13 were between a week and 1 year of age, 7 were less than 5 years old, and 6 were older than 5 years. The age of 11 adult dogs could not be determined. The cause of death could not be determined in the majority of neonates but 37 probably died of exposure and 13 of septicaemia and pulmonary lesions. Various causes of trauma, including aggression and siblicide, were diagnosed in 13 wild dogs. Lesions of the lungs, kidneys, heart, pancreas, uterus, intestines and skin were diagnosed respectively in 4, 6, 3, 3, 5, 5 and 2 of the cases. An aberrant behavioural pattern was diagnosed in a hand-reared wild dog.
Journal of the South African Veterinary Association, 1996
A retrospective survey on the causes of disease and death in captive wild dogs (Lycaon pictus) (n... more A retrospective survey on the causes of disease and death in captive wild dogs (Lycaon pictus) (n = 87) presented for examination and investigation from 1983 to 1995, revealed that 50 were less than a week old, 13 were between a week and 1 year of age, 7 were less than 5 years old, and 6 were older than 5 years. The age of 11 adult dogs could not be determined. The cause of death could not be determined in the majority of neonates but 37 probably died of exposure and 13 of septicaemia and pulmonary lesions. Various causes of trauma, including aggression and siblicide, were diagnosed in 13 wild dogs. Lesions of the lungs, kidneys, heart, pancreas, uterus, intestines and skin were diagnosed respectively in 4, 6, 3, 3, 5, 5 and 2 of the cases. An aberrant behavioural pattern was diagnosed in a hand-reared wild dog.
Journal of the South African Veterinary Association, 1996
A retrospective survey on the causes of disease and death in captive wild dogs (Lycaon pictus) (n... more A retrospective survey on the causes of disease and death in captive wild dogs (Lycaon pictus) (n = 87) presented for examination and investigation from 1983 to 1995, revealed that 50 were less than a week old, 13 were between a week and 1 year of age, 7 were less than 5 years old, and 6 were older than 5 years. The age of 11 adult dogs could not be determined. The cause of death could not be determined in the majority of neonates but 37 probably died of exposure and 13 of septicaemia and pulmonary lesions. Various causes of trauma, including aggression and siblicide, were diagnosed in 13 wild dogs. Lesions of the lungs, kidneys, heart, pancreas, uterus, intestines and skin were diagnosed respectively in 4, 6, 3, 3, 5, 5 and 2 of the cases. An aberrant behavioural pattern was diagnosed in a hand-reared wild dog.
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