Parasitology

Pair traditional and holistic treatments for the most successful patient outcomes

Controlling exposure to infected ticks and use of anti-parasite products are key

The NexGard COMBO topical solution from Boehringer Ingelheim helps prevent tapeworms and other intestinal parasites as well as fleas, ticks, and heartworms.

The American Heartworm Society works with veterinary practices and shelters that voluntarily submit data from heartworm antigen tests to create this resource every 3 years.

A rare form of toxoplasma infection is posing a threat to marine animals in the state's coastal region.

In a dvm360® interview, Fetch Charlotte faculty member Dr Patrick Mahaney describes incorporating an integrative approach for successful outcomes

The Seresto Season Pass provides expert advice for pet owners

Celebrate the first day of spring with these helpful cautions

Resource widely used by veterinarians, animal shelters, animal rescue organizations, and media informs public about the threat of heartworm disease for pets

In a dvm360® interview, San Diego Fetch faculty member Michael Dryden, DVM, MS, PhD, outlines diagnostic mistakes often made in this area plus recent advancements

Liza Rudolph, BAS, RVT, VTS (CP-CF), SAIM, outlines ticks that target dogs, their geographical distribution, when they are active, and diseases they carry

These organisms frequently endanger veterinary professionals

Four experts sat down with Adam Christman, DVM, MBA for a panel discussion on the current state of vaccinations and client education.

The ABCs of preventatives in dogs and cats

Both fluralaner topical solution (Bravecto) and fluralaner and moxidectin topical solution (Bravecto Plus) are now indicated for the treatment and control of Asian longhorned tick infestations in cats.

Lack of vaccinations, awareness, and other factors causing the landscape of leptospirosis to continue to evolve

How client education can help overcome vaccine hesitancy

The group discusses strategies involving leptospirosis vaccines

The panel discusses leptospirosis and the complex relationship between specific serovars and the host

Owners, rescue staff, and veterinarians must make special considerations during transport and adoption of dogs infected with heartworms

Although the summer months are upon us and ticks have become more of a threat, tick preventives must be used every time of year

Vector-borne parasitic diseases are pushing the boundaries of their traditionally endemic regions. A panel of clinicians explains what you need to know.

Plus, endangered chimpanzee at OKC Zoo is expecting and more

New offerings will support earlier diagnosis, preventive care, and intervention for flea tapeworms, kidney disease, and zoonotic infections.

What pet parents can do to stay informed about parasitic prevention, plus the high cost of treatment vs prevention.

What pet parents can do to stay informed about parasitic prevention, plus the high cost of treatment vs prevention.

Joseph Snock, DVM, an emergency room veterinarian from Mount Laurel Animal Hospital, touches on the uptick in flea cases he is noticing and how better to communicate adherence with clients

The group examines the concept of 360 parasite protection and what to do when clients do not follow recommendations.

The panel discusses what flea, tick, and heartworm preventives they each prefer and how to get staff buy-in to help recommend it to clients.

The panel discusses what flea, tick, and heartworm preventives they each prefer and how to get staff buy-in to help recommend it to clients.