Research from Bristol University confirms that Angiostrongylus vasorum is spreading in the UK, with 16 per cent of dogs involved in a recent study testing positive for the parasite's larvae(1).

The nationwide survey, funded by the RCVS Trust and…

The University of Bristol's School of Biological Sciences has published* the results of a study which concludes that young dogs and those that are not wormed regularly are significantly more likely to be infected with the life-threatening, parasitic…

Ticks infected with the bacteria that cause Lyme disease may be considerably more prevalent in the UK than recent estimates indicate, according to new research from the University of Bristol that used pet dogs as 'sentinels' for human disease risk.…

MSD Animal Health and the University of Bristol have published the results of their 'Big Flea Project' research¹, which highlights the ongoing need for flea control, and a need to educate owners about the pathogenic risks fleas present.

For the…

The University of Bristol and CVS are launching a 'citizen science' project to assess the impact of companion animal ectoparasiticides on the environment.

The study is being conducted with pet owners and veterinary professionals to develop a greater…