The contents of these web pages are prepared and directed to both
the continuing education and updating the activities of veterinarians.

Objectives and aims

The Canine Leishmaniasis Working Group (C.L.W.G.) has been established with the aim to obtain a rational and homogeneous approach to the canine patient with clinical leishmaniasis. The first establishment meeting was held in Rome in November 25th, 2005 with the support of Hill’s Pet Nutrition, world leader in the nutrition of small animals. In particular, the C.L.W.G. activity aims to optimize the following aspects of disorders induced by Leishmania in the dog:

  1. Diagnosis,
  2. Treatment,
  3. Management of Leishmania infected dogs without overt clinical signs,
  4. Prevention.

Group Delegates

Composizione G.s.l.c.

Members of CLWG at the meeting of Rome, Italy, February 21st, 2020 (from right to left) Dr. Gradoni L., Dr. Zini E., Dr. Maroli M., Dr. Roura X., Prof. Paltrinieri S., Dr. D’Anna N., Prof. Zatelli A., and Prof. Lubas G. In the picture Dr. Fondati A. is missing.

CLWG News

Michele Maroli
Obituary of Michele Maroli

With great sadness, the members of the Scientific Cultural Association of Canine Leishmaniasis Working Group announce the passing of their esteemed colleague Michele Maroli, who passed away last September 7th.

Dr. Maroli, as a former Research Director at the Italian National Institute of Health, had been a member of the Association since its establishment in November 2005, distinguishing himself through his professionalism, dedication, and humanity. His presence left an indelible mark on all of us, and his memory will always remain alive.

The Executive Board of CLWG has been renewed
The Executive Board of CLWG has been renewed
On the occasion for the autumnal meeting of CLWG that has been held in Rome on November 10th, 2023, a general and extraordinary assembly to renew the Executive Board has been organized. Indeed, the regular expiry of the Executive Board was originally set at the end of March 2024. Due to administrative reasons the deadline has been anticipated of few months. Then, the President of CLWG Prof. Lubas that hold the management of CLWG for several three-year term of office since 2015 (beside 4 terms) turn down his resignation, and so the entire Executive Board was decayed.
prof. Domenico Otranto
Presentation of a new member of the CLWG

In the autumnal meeting of CLWG that has been held in Rome the last November 10th, 2023, the participation as effective member of CLWG of Prof. Domenico Otranto has been approved by the general assembly. 

Prof. Otranto is a full professor of Parassitological Disease at the University of Bari, Department of Veterinary Medicine and diplomate of European Board of Veterinary Specialist in Parassitology. 

Study Subgroups

In order to streamline the study above different features of canine leishmaniasis the following three subgroups have been established:

Management and implementation of studies and protocols on canine leishmaniasis: Dr. Xavier Roura (coordinator), Dr. Alessandra Fondati, Prof. George Lubas, Prof. Saverio Paltrinieri, Prof. Andrea Zatelli, Dr. Eric Zini

Nephrology and Leishmaniasis: Prof. Andrea Zatelli (coordinator), Dr. Xavier Roura, Prof. Oscar Cortadellas, Dr. Silvia Benali.

CLWG management and promotion: Prof. George Lubas (coordinator), Dr. Paola Bianchi.

Read all