Parasitology

When you're fighting pets' persistent parasite problems, don't give up! Here's a look at how each team member can help:

A little disposable stemware and a large fecal sample can help detect nematode parasites.

Improved detection confirms significant threat from lone star tick, supports need for year-round tick control in dogs and cats.

How do we change the conversation with veterinary clients from the cost of parasite prevention to the value of protection?

These tests help identify affected patients but likely lead to overdiagnosis as well.

The forecast is part of an initiative to raise awareness of tick-borne illness.

Keep the creepy crawlies off furred friends-and their people-with these veterinary tips for education and effective prevention.

Do you know which dogs are at risk for leptospirosis? And do you know how to counteract misinformation about Leptospira vaccines? Learn how to help your canine patients avoid this communicable disease that's on the rise.

University of Georgia investigators warn of 'significant threat' to livestock industry.

Dr. Pete VanVranken's tip will ensure clients get what there are really asking for.

How do I protect and monitor my patients when they buy their flea, tick, heartworm, and other preventives from big-box pharmacies?

Handle fecal centrifuge tubes safely with this reader tip.

Study results implicate bacteria as a causative factor in some cases; further investigation needed.

Use your social media network to raise awareness about the pet health issues related to ticks with these tweets and posts. (Sponsored by Merck Animal Health)

Use your social media network to raise awareness about the importance of flea control with these tweets and posts. (Sponsored by Merck Animal Health)

A new treatment regimen shows promise in managing cats with this serious, often fatal infection.

Dr. Sheldon Rubin reviews the latest revised heartworm guidelines.

Consumer outreach efforts intended to drive clients to visit veterinary clinics.

South to be hardest hit, parasitologists predict.

Dr. Michael Paul helps you compete in a new arena of competition.

Athens, Ga. - A researcher in the University of Georgia's Center for Tropical and Emerging Global Diseases says he is closing in on a vaccine for pets that could slow the spread of Chagas disease in people and animals.

Make sure parasites have no place on your veterinary patients.

Get answers to your questions about this form of ehrlichiosis.

On May 31, 2010, a 2-year-old 27-kg neutered male mixed-breed dog was presented to the University of Missouri Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital's Community Practice clinic for progressive lethargy and difficulty walking of about 4 days' duration.

In many parts of the United States, infection of dogs with the pathogen Ehrlichia ewingii is far more common than infection with the better-known Ehrlichia canis.

Yardley, Pa.--Velcera's FidoPharm is unveiling a canine generic heartworm preventive today, and it will be available only through Wal-Mart and Sam's Club pharmacies.

National Report - Populations of Ixodes scapularis, or black-legged ticks-a carrier of Lyme disease-have been historically scarce in states like Ohio, Michigan and Indiana.

When veterinary clients bury their heads in the sand, they miss important recommendations. Here's how to get their attention.

It's vital to explain the symptoms and risks of heartworm disease to clients in endemic areas.

Read the updated heartworm guidelines and find out about the new AHS initiative.