Infectious Disease
Chagas Disease in Dogs: Transmission, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention
Chagas disease in dogs is transmitted from triatomine insect vectors, but can be diagnosed, treated, and prevented by veterinarians.
Infectious Disease
Lyme Disease in Dogs: Signs and Prevention
Lyme disease in dogs is a significant medical concern. Effective measures for preventing Lyme disease in dogs include proper use of tick control products and risk-based use of Lyme vaccines.
Parasitology
A Selective Summary of the 2019 Triennial Heartworm Symposium
Heartworm disease and compliance continues to present challenges to the veterinary profession. Get a glimpse into how the AHS presented these topics at the 16th Triennial Symposium.
Parasitology
Whipworms in Dogs
Analyzing the clinical signs, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of whipworms in dogs, a common infectious agent.
Parasitology
Hookworms in Dogs
Emphasizing prevention information to clients in a concise, bullet-point format will help them understand and adhere to the recommendations.
Parasitology
Roundworms in Dogs
If we understand the life cycle of roundworms and how to effectively communicate this to clients, we can better treat and prevent their transmission.
Parasitology
Practical Advice About Heartworm Preventive Lapses
These case examples represent real-world scenarios and offer guidance on heartworm diagnostics, management, client education, and prevention.
Parasitology
Tick-borne Rickettsial Infections of Dogs
Minimizing tick exposure, acaricide use, and routine removal of ticks represent the most effective means of preventing rickettsial infections in dogs.