Stopping the squiggly murder machines!

Fluralaner is the latest flea and tick product authorized for emergency use against New World screwworm, giving veterinarians another prescription option for infested dogs and puppies.

New One Health guidelines from the American Animal Hospital Association cover parasites that are spreading, resurfacing, or getting harder to treat. They also cover how to use parasite medications wisely and how to talk with clients about risk.

A randomized trial of 168 shelter dogs found that a shorter, 2-injection heartworm treatment was safe and effective. Every dog survived treatment, and most tested negative afterward.

Alyssa Mages, CVT, FVTE, VTES, discusses catheter selection, common placement mistakes, and how preparation and hands-on practice can help veterinary technicians build confidence and improve patient care.

After more than 2 decades in clinical practice, a veterinary technician specialist shares how her hands-on experience with oncology studies led to a remote career monitoring veterinary clinical trials.