Associate Professor Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
Disclosure(s):
Adriano F. Vatta, BVSc, MSc, PhD, DACVM (Parasitology): No financial relationships to disclose
The talk will describe what we know about the prevalence of anthelmintic resistance in dog hookworms (Ancylostoma caninum), the genetic basis for resistance development and the factors that promote its development, how to test for anthelmintic resistance, including the use and interpretation of a fecal egg count reduction test, the approach to treating resistant hookworms, including the use of emodepside off-label, and factors to consider in preventing re-infection of the dog with hookworms.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion, participant will be able to describe how anthelmintic resistance arises and the genetic basis for its development.
Upon completion, participant will be able to list the methods available for testing for anthelmintic resistance in dog hookworms.
Upon completion, participant will be able to describe how to conduct and interpret a fecal egg count reduction test.
Upon completion, participant will be able to describe considerations for the use of emodepside off-label to treat resistant hookworms and to list the precautions and contraindications for its use.
