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The Merck Animal Health PSV team authors articles that provide in-depth information
about parasitology, vaccinology, preventative medicine, technology, and much more.
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What Have You Forgotten About Whipworms
May, 2022
That chronic canine diarrhea case you’ve been wrestling with may have whipworms. How can you tell? Review the life cycle, diagnosis and treatment of these patient, sneaky and persistent parasites. Learn about control strategies that work.
Maximizing Periods of Ectoparasite Protection with Bravecto® (fluralaner topical solution) for Cats
April 2022
Don’t let your feline patients’ flea and tick protection fall between the cracks. Learn how to improve compliance and reduce between-dose exposure periods.
Artificial Intelligence in Veterinary Medicine
November 2021
From finding disease to predicting it, artificial intelligence supports the value of preventive care in the clinic. Far too often, the diagnosis of a devastating disease in pets comes too late to have a meaningful impact.
Helping pets overcome stress when you return to work, school
October 2021
Learn to recognize the signs and help your pets overcome anxiety and stress when you begin transitioning back to the office or to school.
Preventing Rabies
September 2021
Like many developing nations, India relies on the support of non-governmental organizations to tackle urgent social issues. Eliminating rabies is the goal of Mission Rabies, a UK-based charity that seeks to vaccinate dogs and educate children about the dangers of rabies in South Asia and sub-Saharan Africa.
Wellbeing in Veterinary Medicine
MAY 2021
As veterinary professionals, caring for animals and promoting positive health and wellbeing for pets is in our DNA. Anyone who is involved with veterinary medicine understands …
Great Outdoors: Don’t Let Fleas Ruin Your Day
March 2021
Do you take your pup to the local dog park? On road trips? Or how about other places…
Hidden Dangers in the Great Outdoors
March 2021
Let’s go on a journey through the forest, you’re on a hike with your dog and you stop…
Springing Into Flea and Tick Season in the Great Outdoors
March 2021
The birds in my New England town seem to know something I don’t, that despite what my weather app says, spring is here and summer is around the corner!
The Dangers of Drinking
March 2021
“Just one drink can’t hurt,” Charlie thought to himself. Until now he had only drank at home, but now he was out and feeling anxious.
Client Engagement Year-Round through CAPC Maps
December 2020
CAPC’s Strategic Vision is to see “Every Pet Tested, and Every Pet Protected.”
The Greatest Impact of the Veterinary Health Care Team
December 2020
Helping save a life – nothing instills more pride and positive feelings for veterinary health.
Tick Talk: Common Cat Myths Debunked!
December 2020
How many times have you heard a client exclaim with horror: “Doc, my male cat has ticks on his belly!”
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