Kate Parkinson discusses common parasitic worms, and why anthelmintic use and client education are vital in lowering the risk of infection.

Hany Elsheikha delves into the new trends in flea and tick control, and discusses the importance of engaging clients.

Esme Hawkes summarises the problems parasites can cause in pets, along with what VNs can do to help get owners on board with protecting their pets – and potentially gain further qualifications for themselves in the process.

Ian Wright advocates the blood smear as a useful screening tool for immediate results on a broad range of parasites.

Climate change and increased pet travel have created a perfect parasitic storm for the UK’s companion animals. Old foes like fleas and endemic ticks, along with emerging threats, are putting pets at ever-greater risk – so which products and advice should practices offer to help even the odds?

Hany Elsheikha discusses why interdisciplinary partnerships should be considered the way forward in mitigating the risk of infection faced by humans from cats and dogs.

Ian Wright discusses the effectiveness of using sprays to control parasites and how owners can take preventive measures.

Ian Wright discusses the principles of controlling these parasites and the vital role VNs play in making recommendations for individual pets.

Ian Wright discusses the increasing threat of this vector-borne disease, and how to recognise and manage infection.

Rebecca Newnham and Pedro Oliveira discuss a case of severe heartworm infestation in a canine and the surgical procedure to remove it.