Parasites

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West Nile Virus Transmission Within Mosquito Populations Poses a Risk to Horses
Research shows mosquitoes can transmit West Nile virus within their populations, underscoring the need for horse owners to control mosquito breeding areas.
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Tips for Deworming Senior Horses
Although older horses typically have lower parasite egg counts, those with PPID and other health conditions often become high shedders who increase the overall parasite burden within the herd.
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Annual Wellness Exam
In this episide, Dr. Toby Pinn-Woodcock helps horse owners understand what to expect at their senior horse's annual wellness exam.
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My Senior Horse Podcast: The Trouble With Ticks
In this podcast episode, entomologist Dr. Erika Machtinger explains how horse owners can protect their animals from tick bites.
Cochliomyia hominivorax, the New World screw-worm fly, or screw-worm for short, is a species of parasitic fly that is well known for the way in which its larvae (maggots) eat the living tissue
New World Screwworm Threat
The New World screwworm poses an increasing threat to horses in the U.S. as more cases are reported in Mexico.
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Screwworm Special Bulletin
Horse owners should learn about the New World screwworm, which poses a threat to the U.S. horse population.
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Weight Loss Part 2
Learn more about managing senior equids who struggle to maintain weight, whether they are pasture pets or competitors.
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Donkeys Expose Companion Horses to Lungworms
Horses that graze with donkeys can be exposed to lungworms. Learn how the parasite can be detected and treated in both species.
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Daily Tick Checks on Horses Reduces Risk of Disease
Ticks can transmit several diseases to horses, including Lyme disease. Learn more about tick removal and prevention in this article.
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Tick-Borne Diseases of Concern in U.S. Horses
Learn more about the diseases ticks carry to horses and how to prevent those diseases by avoiding tick bites.
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2024 AAEP Equine Parasite Control Guidelines Video
Learn about equine parasite resistance and what you can do in this short video with Dr. Martin Nielsen.
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Rare Equine Internal Parasite Found in North America
Researchers found a rare equine internal parasite in a fecal sample of a domestic horse in Canada.
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UK Equine Internal Parasite Control Research
A survey of United Kingdom horse owners reveals management, testing, and deworming strategies.
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Australian Equine Internal Parasite Guidelines
Veterinarian and researcher Dr. Abdul Jabbar talks about the new equine internal parasite control guidelines in Australia.
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Australian Equine Internal Parasite Guidelines Released
Australian equine internal parasite control guidelines are now available to veterinarians and horse owners/managers.
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Equine Parasite Fecal Egg Count Video
Do you understand the fecal egg count and fecal egg count reduction test? Find out more from Dr. Martin Nielsen.
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Tips from 2024
In this podcast, we look back and discuss some tips from 2024 My Senior Horse videos, articles, and podcasts.
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Equine Parasite Resistance Video
There are only four classes of equine dewormers, with the newest one on the market more than 40 years.
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Equine Tapeworm Q&A
Equine tapeworms are the number one parasitic pathogen among mature horses. Learn more from Dr. Martin Nielsen.
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Equine Parasites
Senior horse owners can learn a lot about equine parasites through Dr. Martin Nielsen's podcast and this article.
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New AAEP Equine Parasite Control Guidelines
New guidelines for equine parasite control have been released by the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP).
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Feeding Senior Horses With Dental Issues
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