Parasitology

The refined recommendations aim to clarify the timing of heartworm testing and the use of doxycycline prior to transport and much more.

With spring on our heels, now is a great time to educate clients about the many harmful parasites that come out to play in the warmer months.

The EPA has received 75,000 incident reports involving Seresto since the flea and tick collar was introduced nearly a decade ago.

Introducing leading-edge fecal flotation technology that can elevate your practice’s diagnostic capabilities, bringing expert clinical results to general practitioners. Sponsored by Zoetis.

Research reveals there may be worse things lurking in your local dog park than inattentive pet owners: namely, intestinal parasites and lots of them. Learn what this means for your veterinary practice and neighborhood.

Practice manager Bash Halow offers his top tips for selling tick and flea products at your veterinary clinic.

Antech’s FastPanel Ringworm PCR test allows veterinarians to diagnose and treat ringworm quickly, thus helping to prevent new and secondary infections.

Does your veterinary practice have the power to combat a silent but deadly disease? (Sponsored by Zoetis PetCare)

Research shows that traditional methods for heartworm testing using nonheated samples likely underestimate the true prevalence of feline heartworm.

With the completion of this deal, Merck Animal Health now offers products that address all of the most common internal and external parasites affecting dogs.

With heartworm infections on the rise, researchers from the University of Liverpool have identified two immunosuppressive proteins in Dirofilaria immitis as potential targets for a novel vaccine.

According to the findings of a new study, the rise and spread of resistant Ancylostoma caninum isn’t just bad news for dogs. It may be a sign of what’s to come for human hookworm infections as well.

Three studies evaluate the efficacy and safety of Simparica Trio against canine flea and tick infestations in both laboratory and natural conditions.

U.K. researchers are looking to determine whether the proteins that allow filarial parasites to establish infections will have similar protective effects in dogs.

When it comes to heartworms, cats may be overlooked but they’re certainly not immune. Here’s what you need to know about feline heartworm disease.

Imoxi Topical Solution for Cats provides protection against some of the most common internal and external parasites.

This succinct review of equine internal parasite control measures reflects modern strategies now in place to reduce development of resistance.

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Currently owned by Virbac, Sentinel Flavor Tabs and Sentinel Spectrum Chews generated about $70 million in U.S. sales last year.

Summer is just about here, and so are the mosquitoes. Here’s why—and how—to talk to your clients about heartworm disease prevention in cats.

Matters of the heart can get tricky. That’s why we’ve developed a host of tools to help you get a handle on heartworm disease in dogs and cats. (With an educational grant provided by Bayer)

Your clients might question the need for annual heartworm testing if their dog has been on a preventive throughout the year. Now you can give them the answers easily.

Give your clients the facts about the damage heartworm disease can do not only to their pet’s health but also to their pocketbook.

Heartworm disease prevention and annual testing are a must for dogs and cats across the United States, says Dr. Stephen Jones. Here’s why.

Why cats shouldn’t be overlooked when it comes to routine heartworm testing.