Parasites

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

An overview of the life cycle, prevalence, clinical signs, diagnosis and prevention of the parasite in the UK

What can pet owners do at home to contribute to the successful management of skin disease?

A summary of common and emerging exotic ectoparasites found on farmed ruminants in the UK

With an increasing number of dogs at risk of Lyme disease, prevention is key

Following one of the hottest summers on record, how vigilant should we be against liver fluke?

A quick guide to six rapid, inexpensive and invaluable diagnostic tests for the dermatology case

A case example of the negative effects sarcoptic mange can have on patients, clients, and their relationship with the veterinary practice

The potential consequences of ticks and tick-borne diseases in cats are often overlooked; what is best practice for tick prevention and removal?

LIBBY SHERIDAN hears about a nematode which is getting a foothold in the UK