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B. canis is an emerging zoonotic threat with increasing public health implications. Veterinarians should be prepared to address these implications through owner education, risk communication, and dog testing.
After multiple epidemiologic investigations during 2023–2024, the South Carolina Department of Health (SCDPH) uncovered educational gaps in veterinarian, physician, and dog owner knowledge of brucellosis. Investigative challenges included testing affected dogs and canine contacts, classifying human exposures without approved testing, and coordination between clinical veterinarians, public health epidemiologists, and public health laboratorians. SCDPH responded by using a One Health approach to improve educational gaps, connect exposed persons to healthcare providers, and develop a strategic low-cost testing program for affected dogs. These investigations highlight the need for a better understanding of seroprevalence in dogs, development of a serologic test for humans, and more educational outreach for veterinarians and dog owners to protect public and animal health.