Parasites

As veterinary surgeons, we need to be confident with diagnosing and treating red mite to help owners manage the issue

Sporadic cases of leishmaniosis are appearing across the UK and an understanding of the disease is vital to recognise and manage it effectively

T. foetus is a well-known cause of infertility in cattle, but rarely diagnosed in cases of long-term diarrhoea in cats

It can be difficult to ascertain whether isolation of potentially pathogenic bacteria is of clinical relevance

As the spring progresses and lambs are out at pasture, we must remain mindful of Nematodirus

A good understanding of the epidemiology of fasciolosis is key to controlling the liver fluke

It is becoming easier to treat common ectoparasitic conditions but some risks can be overlooked

With the increasing number of rescue dogs, we need to be more aware of the signs of heartworm infection and how to treat it

Plant-based anthelmintic drugs have been suggested as an alternative to conventional wormers

Should we reconsider our parasite control strategies as they are harmful to the environment?

Antibiotic sales have seen a 53 percent reduction since 2013 – a great step in the fight against antimicrobial resistance

Additional methods are needed to control parasites and protect donkey health

Developing an effective plan for controlling roundworm and reducing disease risk in summer

Know how to spot lungworm infections, which may become more clinically relevant with climate change and increasing pet travel

What clinical signs are caused by Demodex aurati and how can the demodicosis be treated?

A guide to the well-known demodicosis which can present in several forms and seems to be on the rise in the UK

Four exotic worms you're likely to see in your practice in 2019 and how to deal with them

Treatment of diarrhoea in the adult horse is considered in part two of the series on equine diarrhoea

Aetiologies and diagnosis are considered in part one of a two-part series on equine diarrhoea

How to identify the infection and tackle it with systemic and topical therapy