This course will expand on foundational knowledge. Biology, diagnostics, treatment, and management of clinically important parasites of nonproduction, companion animals seen in mixed animal practice (dogs, cats, small ruminants, swine, horses). Client communication and parasiticide management will be covered, including a Spectrum of Care approach to parasite control.
Athena Title
Clin Parasit Companion Animals
Non-Traditional Format
Course will be taught in a five week elective period.
Prerequisite
Enrollment in the third year of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine curriculum
Semester Course Offered
Offered spring
Grading System
S/U (Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
Student learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, students will be able to prevent, diagnose, and treat parasitic infections of companion animals (dog, cat, small ruminant, pet swine, horses).
By the end of the course, students will be able to apply appropriate strategic control programs tailored to the needs of individual animals and companion animals in group settings (kennels, shelters, barns).
Topical Outline
Course introduction
Host-parasite interactions
Diagnostic parasitology, including novel testing modalities
Antiparasitic drugs and combatting anthelmintic resistance
Principles of parasite control to prevent infection and disease, including best practices for animal relocations and travel
Spectrum of Care and risk-based recommendations for the management of parasitic diseases
