Parasitology
Heartworm Disease: The Science, the Practice, the Future – A Selective Summary of the 15th Triennial Heartworm Symposium
Changes in climate, heartworm vectors, prevention practices, and treatment protocols are important reasons to continue expanding heartworm disease knowledge.
Parasitology
The American Heartworm Society Looks Toward the Future
An interview with Dr. Christopher Rehm, incoming president of the American Heartworm Society.
Cardiology
Canine Caval Syndrome Series, Part 3: Management of Caval Syndrome
Caval syndrome is a serious form of heartworm disease that must be promptly recognized as a surgical condition. This article focuses on the surgical treatment and postoperative outcome of caval syndrome.
Parasitology
Coming to You from the American Heartworm Society
While heartworm education is a year-round focus of the American Heartworm Society (AHS), many veterinary practices put extra emphasis on heartworm prevention and education in the spring, especially since April is National Heartworm Awareness Month.
Cardiology
Canine Caval Syndrome Series, Part 2: A Practical Approach to Diagnosing Caval Syndrome
This article focuses on the recognition and diagnosis of this life-threatening consequence of heartworm disease.
Parasitology
Common Questions that Veterinarians Ask Parasitology Experts
Veterinarians often have questions about how to address the parasites affecting their patients. We’ve got answers to the ones most frequently asked.
Parasitology
Canine Caval Syndrome Series, Part 1: Understanding Development of Caval Syndrome
A small percentage of dogs harboring heartworms develop a severe form of heartworm disease that is fatal without prompt surgical intervention. Here’s how to recognize and understand this syndrome.
Parasitology
Successful Heartworm Prevention: Cracking the Compliance Conundrum
Understanding why clients do not give their pets heartworm preventive medication may be key in improving compliance.