Parasitology

At Fetch dvm360 in San Diego, we wanted to know the real reasons veterinary clients choose one route of administration over the other. Sometimes its the mess. Other times its ignorance.

Study shows that infection offers cross-protection against multiple strains of Toxoplasma gondii.

From 2013 to 2016, the incidence of positive heartworm tests increased, particularly in the southeastern United States, underscoring the need to protect dogs from Dirofilaria immitis infection.

Results of a new study show that male Dermacentor reticulatus ticks can infect dogs with Babesia canis much more quickly than previously thought.

An alternative method of vaccine development shows promise for controlling flea infestations in domestic cats.

Dr. Allison Kirby illuminates the myriad myths behind why some veterinary clients don't see the need for flea prevention.

Here's our regular rundown of new and notable veterinary products.

Have this handout ready for dispensing if one of your veterinary clients comes in infested with fleas.

Allergies are likely an abundant aggravation in your veterinary patients. Here's how to key in if fleas might be at fault.

This toolkit delivers articles, tips, handouts, videos and tools all designed to make it as easy as possible to discuss tick control with clients. (With an educational grant provided by Merck Animal Health)

Sharing isnt always caringespecially when it can harm your patients that purr. Educate your veterinary clients on the dangers posed by permethrin with this free handout.

Dr. Ray Dillon shares why this juvenile delinquent form of heartworm disease causes so much trouble in feline veterinary patients.

Veterinary toxicologist lays out the facts on "natural" parasite prevention products.

These are the lessons I learned from the TV show M.A.S.H. that help me at work and at home.

Credelio, marketed by Elanco Animal Health, has been approved for the treatment and control of flea and tick infestations in dogs.

Easy-to-administer ectoparasiticides that offer enduring protection increase adherence and provide better protection for pets.

Give your hospital focus and strengthen your recommendations to veterinary clients.

5 ways to freshen up flea education at your veterinary practice.

We know talking about ticks all day, every day can suck the blooder, liferight out of you. Perhaps this data and some stories from your veterinary peers will have an idea or two worth latching onto.

According to Dr. Clarke Atkins, heartworm resistance is a serious problem in veterinary medicine that doesnt always stem from the usual geographic suspects.

Seriously. Its time to take a stand on these veterinary client non-compliance situations.

Your veterinary clients are fed up with their new 'roommates.' Give them the tips and tricks they need to make their property less appealing to unwanted critters.

In pet owners' backyards lurk serious wildlife diseases that can affect pets and people. Have you considered ... ?

To your veterinary clients, it may seem like deer and other wildlife are cute additions to their local landscape, but these transient visitors can pass disease to their pets.

"Tick populations seem to be ever-moving, ever-increasing," says veterinary parasitologist Dr. Richard Gerhold.

We can do better than, Look, it doesnt mean your dog has a tick-borne disease, but it doesnt not mean that.

Much less of an occasional blip and more of a perpetual ping, the tick invasion is already in your area. Help your clients batten down the hatches and protect their pets.

Pet hospital's charity has been actively helping to keep pets in Puerto Rico safe and healthy amid disasters.

New research shows that Toxoplasma gondii may be more harmful to the adult human brain than once thought.

Offer your clients pet-friendly advice to safety manage a range of pests, from fleas and mosquitoes to rodents and other creepy-crawlies.