Mastering Parasitism and Parasitic Control in Animals: A Comprehensive Guide

Written by renowned experts Hafiz Muhammad Rizwan and Muhammad Sohail Sajid, Parasitism and Parasitic Control in Animals is an exhaustive resource that empowers veterinary professionals, students, and researchers to effectively manage parasites in domestic animals.

Comprehensive Coverage of Parasites and Parasitic Control

This authoritative textbook provides in-depth coverage of parasites, their transmission, and the principles of parasite control, diagnosis, and assessment. It offers a thorough review of parasites of zoonotic importance, ensuring that readers are well-equipped to tackle the complexities of parasitic infections.

Effective Methods for Parasite Control

• Chemotherapy: understanding the role of anthelmintics in parasite control
• Nutrition: the impact of dietary interventions on parasitic infections
• Pasture management: strategies for reducing parasitic burdens
• Selective breeding: leveraging genetics to enhance parasite resistance
• Vaccination: the development and application of vaccines against parasitic diseases

The text also delves into the critical issues of drug resistance and parasitic infections, providing valuable insights for veterinarians, researchers, and animal health professionals.

Covering a Broad Range of Species

The book covers a wide range of domestic and wild animals, including:

• Cattle, buffalo, sheep, and goats
• Horses, donkeys, and other equines
• Dogs, cats, and other companion animals
• Poultry and pigs
• Fish and aquatic animals
• Wild animals as intermediate hosts, vectors, or reservoirs of infection

With numerous new case histories and maps illustrating the spread of anthelmintic resistance, Parasitism and Parasitic Control in Animals is an indispensable resource for anyone working in veterinary medicine, parasitology, or animal health, particularly in developing countries.

Book Details:

• Publisher: CABI
• Publication Date: July 11, 2023
• Language: English
• Hardcover: 272 pages
• ISBN-10: 1800621868
• ISBN-13: 978-1800621862