Parasitology

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Bats are known carriers of a number of zoonotic diseases, but a recent study found no presence of the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi

Don’t miss these 3 articles covering recent developments in veterinary parasitology

A veterinarian shares tips for dealing with common mosquito-borne illnesses in horses

Mitigating fear, anxiety, and stress in isolated or quarantined canines

An experimental vaccine that protects against Deformed Wing Virus-B has showed promise in studies

The preventive therapy is the first-ever proven against bovine anaplasmosis, which costs the global cattle industry $1 billion, annually.

A Hebrew University Study found a vulnerability in bacteria essential to certain parasite reproduction

It is not news that ticks pose a risk to the health of patients, clients, and staff, but how much do you know about them?

Better ways to understand and protect felines from parasitic infections

The parasiticide is currently on track to receive approval this October

By keeping dogs healthy and owners educated, veterinarians can block the spread of canine zoonoses to people

Tackling the increase of heartworm infections.

The American Association of Equine Practitioners’ guidelines offer information on reducing the risk of parasitic diseases in horses, anthelmintic resistance, and more

A study overview on preventing parasites in dogs

The series will provide comprehensive and staff-oriented education for heartworm management

These articles discuss parasite myths, share revised canine heartworm disease guidelines, and explore the diseases ticks can transmit

At the 2024 AVMA Convention, beekeeper Kaitlyn Krebs, DVM, MBA, DABVP (Canine/Feline) addressed viruses and parasites that can affect the entire hive

Fenbendazole is indicated as a parasite preventive, which can be used as a tool by wildlife managers

Known for transmitting vector-borne disease, these parasites also have a role in the global ecosystem.

The scholarship is awarded to a veterinary student interested in companion animal infectious disease, clinical vaccinology, or immunology.

Thrive Pet Healthcare provides parasite prevention reminders to share with clients

Investigators examined owner-reported condition data for more than 27,000 dogs, and found the health of mixed-breed and purebred canines to be similar.

Heartworm disease is more prevalent than ever, but prevention methods can help defeat the parasitic beast

The forecast is predicting parasitic pet diseases will spread further this year

The American Heartworm Society is providing new practice guidance for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of parasitic infection in dogs

In recognition of Heartworm Awareness Month, learn more about the label extension for Revolution Plus

The Banfield survey found nearly 40% of dog and cat owners don't believe their pet is at risk of getting heartworm

This serious, even fatal neurological reaction could impact more than half a million cats in the United States

The medication will help protect dogs in the chosen shelter’s protection from fleas, and ticks, prevent heartworm disease, and more.