Giardia is a common intestinal parasite in dogs and cats. The parasite is microscopic and settles in the small intestine, where it multiplies and can cause symptoms. Not only young animals, but also adult dogs and cats can become infected.
My horse tested positive, but does not need treatment – how is that possible?
It can be confusing: you have a fecal test done and the result comes back positive. Yet, the advice is not to treat. How is that possible? We’ll explain.
Lungworm in horses and donkeys: what should you watch out for?
When horses and donkeys are kept together, there is an increased risk of lungworm infections. Lungworm (Dictyocaulus arnfieldi) is a parasite that mainly occurs in donkeys. For horses, however, it can cause health problems.
Is Harrowing and Spreading Manure on the Pasture Safe?
In the Netherlands, it is rarely dry or cold enough for long periods to completely kill larvae. Worm larvae do not survive well in high temperatures combined with drought, or during prolonged frost.
Worm resistance: what is it and why is it a problem?
Worm resistance means that worms are no longer sensitive to certain deworming treatments.
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