The Echinococcus multilocularis tapeworm: An emerging zoonotic riskJanuary 28, 2020With the possibility of the parasite (which also affects humans) migrating to bordering states and beyond, there is need for veterinary professionals to recognize the symptoms it causes and understand how to treat patients carrying it.
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CAPC forecasts higher heartworm infections in South Central, Southeastern statesApril 26, 2019The Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC) predicts in its newly released parasite forecast that heartworm occurrence will be higher than average this year . “We started providing our annual forecasts over eight years ago because of the dynamic and ever changing nature of parasites,” says CAPC executive director, Christopher Carpenter, DVM. “Over the years, we have seen these diseases continue to move. Our annual forecast will alert pet owners to the risks this year …
Dangerous tick species could spread across North AmericaFebruary 13, 2019The long-horned tick could establish itself across North America if transported accidentally, according to a new study.
Report reveals top 10 heartworm cities in the U.S.February 13, 2019Cincinnati, Ohio, and Stockton, Calif., have topped the list of heartworm infested cities in the U.S. for January.
Dangerous superbugs found in pork across multiple countriesDecember 21, 2018World Animal Protection (WAP) tested pork from the shelves of supermarkets in Australia, Brazil, Spain, and Thailand, finding ‘superbugs’ in three of the four countries.
