Vector-Borne Disease Screening: Ensuring Health Before and After the "Pandemic Move"
Just a few months into the COVID-19 pandemic, I picked up my family and moved across the country. Apparently, I … Keep reading
Sep 15, 2022
How to Read Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC) Maps: An Interview with Dr. Brian Herrin
The Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC) educates veterinary professionals and pet owners about parasites that pose a risk to … Keep reading
Jun 21, 2022
What to Know About Climate Change and Vector-Borne Disease in Pets
Climate change is affecting national patterns of disease in complex ways—and it's becoming an increasingly important concern for pet owners … Keep reading
Apr 04, 2022
Communicating the Positives of a Negative Vector-Borne Disease Result
Convincing pet owners to elect comprehensive vector-borne disease (VBD) screening—even when their dog is seemingly healthy—can be a challenge. And … Keep reading
Dec 15, 2021
VBD Screening: 3 Steps to Take When "Healthy" Pets Test Positive
While it can be challenging when a healthy dog tests positive for one or more vector-borne diseases, there are guidelines … Keep reading
Nov 03, 2021
Vector-Borne Disease Testing and Effective Client Communication
On my first day seeing patients as a newly minted general practice veterinarian in Buffalo, N.Y., I diagnosed a dog … Keep reading
Aug 05, 2021
The Importance of Screening for Vector-Borne Disease
If you ask your fellow veterinarians if they're concerned about the increased risk of vector-borne disease (VBD) in pets, the … Keep reading
Jul 01, 2021