Canine aflatoxicosis: a continuing problem
Liggett, A.D.; Colvin, B.M.; Beaver, R.W.; Wilson, D.M.
Veterinary and Human Toxicology 28(5): 428-430
1986
ISSN/ISBN: 0145-6296 PMID: 3776087 Document Number: 274983
In 2 separate outbreaks, hunting dogs presented with clinical signs of icterus, anorexia and listlessness, followed by high morbidity and mortality. Preliminary laboratory examinations revealed toxic hepatitis, bilirubinuria and anaemia. In the first case, a feed sample was not available and the diagnosis was established by confirming the presence of significant levels of aflatoxin B1 in tissues. In the second case, maize meal utilized in formulating the ration contained 511 ng aflatoxin B1 and B2/g. These cases illustrate that aflatoxicosis is a continuing problem despite widespread awareness and testing for aflatoxin.