Biofilms are bacterial aggregates embedded in a self-produced, protective matrix. The
biofilm lifestyle offers resilience to external threats such as the immune system …

Biofilm formation enhances bacteria's ability to colonize unique niches while protecting
themselves from environmental stressors. Escherichia coli that colonize the urinary tract can …

The importance of addressing the problem of biofilms in farm, wild, and companion animals
lies in their pervasive impact on animal health and welfare. Biofilms, as resilient …

Despite its clinical relevance, the pathogenesis of canine pyometra remains poorly
understood. To date, it is recognized as a non-transmissible infectious disease. In this study …

Salmonella typhimurium (S. typhimurium) is one of the most common Salmonella serotypes
in epidemiological surveys of poultry farms in recent years. It causes growth retardation …

Extraintestinal pathogenic Escherichia coli (ExPEC) account for over 80% and 60% of
bacterial urinary tract infections (UTIs) in humans and animals, respectively. As shared …

Avian colibacillosis, caused by avian Escherichia coli (E. coli), has historically been one of
the most prevalent infectious diseases in large-scale poultry production, causing growth …

Aims Pyometra and cystitis caused by Escherichia coli are common diseases identified in
canine or feline females. The origin of pyometra infection remains uncertain, and effective …

Escherichia coli are frequently co-isolated with Enterococcus spp. from urine cultures of
dogs with urinary tract infections (UTIs). Uropathogenic E. coli (UPEC) are augmented by …

Background: Biofilms have been reported as important virulent markers associated with drug
resistance in urinary tract infections (UTIs) in humans and dogs. However, in veterinary …