Research Article

Canine Gastrointestinal Nematodiases and Associated Risk Factors in Kigali City, Rwanda

Table 3

Factors influencing canine nematodiases in Kigali city.

VariableCategoriesAdjusted odds ratio (AOR)95% C.I. for AOR
LowerUpper

Dog’s feeding practicesFood prepared for dogs1Reference
Uncooked animal products, leftovers from households and restaurants5.3541.20523.776
Scavenging and leftovers from households15.6462.349104.191
Dog’s age<1 year old1Reference
1-2.5 years old10.7321.51076.263
>2.5-5 years old3.9230.59725.779
>5 years old4.7650.64335.301
LocationNyarugenge1Reference
Gasabo21.6174.242110.160
Kicukiro11.9592.53456.445
Constant0.006