Toxascaris leonina can infect both dogs and cats alike, and is somewhat different in its life cycle. Whipworms are a common problem in dogs and many other domestic animals, other than cats or horses. Capillaria infections occur in both dogs and cats, and Trichinella spiralis can infect almost any vertebrate studied so far. These are closely related nematodes, but have life cycle variations that are exceptionally important to understand for treatment and control measures. Tapeworms of dogs and cats Monday, April 10th.
Tapeworms have some of the most intriguing life cycle adaptations in the world of parasites.
If you do not know these adaptations, you will not be able to break the cycle of infections and your clients will be very annoyed that their dog or cat still has these disgusting things crawling around their butt. Understanding heartworm infections in dogs and cats is one of the cornerstones for this class. Students will be required in practice to know the different manifestations of the disease, the pathogenesis of the 3 major syndromes, the diagnostic techniques and their limitations, and the treatment and control options available to the clients. Coccidia infections are caused by protozoan parasites that are members of the Apicomplexa, an enormous group of protozoa that are related by distinct morphological characteristics and life cycle similarities. Toxoplasma gondii infections of cats and dogs Wednesday, April 19th.