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Title	Description	Size	Date
2025 Parasite Forecast	Issue 19: 2025 Parasite Forecast UK & Ireland	1.61MB	04/08/2025
Issue 19: 2025 Parasite Forecast	2025 Parasite Forecast UK & Ireland	1.61MB	04/08/2025
Exotic Diseases : Information for pet owners	Information on exotic diseases which could enter the UK	0.14MB	16/07/2024
Exotic Diseases : Information for pet owners - for use in practices	Information on exotic diseases which could enter the UK	0.02MB	16/07/2024
Issue 02: Summer 2017 Parasite Forecast	Issue 2: Summer 2017 Parasite Forecast	1.84MB	19/08/2021
Issue 03: Autumn 2017 Parasite Forecast	Issue 3: Autumn 2017 Parasite Forecast	2.37MB	19/08/2021
Issue 04: Winter 2017/2018 Parasite Forecast	Issue 4: Winter 2017/2018 Parasite Forecast	2.07MB	19/08/2021
Issue 05: Spring 2018 Parasite Forecast	Issue 5: Spring 2018 Parasite Forecast	1.20MB	19/08/2021
Fleas Information Sheet		0.12MB	23/05/2018
Fleas Pet Owner Info Sheet		0.12MB	23/05/2018
Tick Pet Owner Info Sheet		0.28MB	12/07/2024
Rabies Vaccines table		0.08MB	23/05/2018
How to protect pets from parasites	FS1: How to protect pets from parasites (Ed3 uploaded 17.02.2026)	0.60MB	17/02/2026
GL1: Worm Control in Dogs and Cats	There are a wide range of helminths, including nematodes, cestodes and trematodes, that can infect dogs and cats in Europe. This guideline aims to give an overview of these worms and their significance and to suggest control measures.	6.67MB	23/09/2026
GL2: Superficial Mycoses in Dogs and Cats	Dermatophytosis, and Malassezia otitis and dermatitis, represent the superficial mycoses of greatest significance in companion animals. Some of these organisms are true parasites; they develop in skin and hair and cause cutaneous lesions.	2.07MB	01/07/2025
GL3: Control of Ectoparasites in Dogs and Cats	Since many ectoparasites may act as vectors of various important companion animal diseases, it is the aim of ESCCAP to produce a guideline which delivers comprehensive information and support to assist both veterinarians and pet owners.	3.62MB	01/07/2025
GL4 Ectoparasites Part 2: Control of Parasitic Mites in Dogs and Cats	Since many ectoparasites may act as vectors of various important companion animal diseases, it is the aim of ESCCAP to produce a guideline which delivers comprehensive information and support to assist both veterinarians and pet owners.	0.76MB	23/05/2018
GL5: Control of Vector-Borne Diseases in Dogs and Cats	Vector-borne diseases are caused by a wide range of infections which are transmitted by a variety of arthropod vectors such as ticks, Diptera, lice and fleas. It has also been shown that pathogens (e.g. Leishmania, Anaplasma, Ehrlichia).	3.78MB	01/07/2025
GL6: Control of Intestinal Protozoa in Dogs and Cats	A wide range of intestinal protozoa commonly infect dogs and cats throughout Europe; with a few exceptions there seems to be no limitations in geographical distribution. This guideline aims to give an overview of intestinal protozoa and their signifi	1.65MB	01/07/2025
Anthelmintics and ectoparasiticides available for dogs and cats in the UK		0.13MB	23/05/2018
Anthelmintics and ectoparasiticides available for dogs and cats in Ireland		0.06MB	23/05/2018
Educational Materials Order Form		0.04MB	23/05/2018
Are you at RISK from parasites?		1.22MB	23/05/2018
Pregnant? How to prevent an infection with Toxoplasma		1.76MB	23/05/2018
Roundworm control in cats and dogs		1.08MB	23/05/2018
Worms Leaflets	A leaflet designed for pet owners informing about parasitic worms and the importance of protecting their pets. Perfect for distribution in veterinary surgeries or on pet shop counters.	0.18MB	23/05/2018
Dog Importation Considerations factsheet	The key things to consider when thinking about importing a foreign dog to the UK.	0.64MB	23/05/2018
Fleas Leaflet	A leaflet designed for pet owners informing about fleas and the importance of protecting their pets. Perfect for distribution in veterinary surgeries or on pet shop counters.	0.17MB	23/05/2018
Deworming frequency advice	Deworming frequency summary for cats and dogs living in the UK.	1.14MB	23/05/2018
Four Pillars poster	To ensure the health of pet and owner, while also maintaining biosecurity, veterinary professionals should follow the 'four pillars' concept when dealing with imported and travelled pets arriving into the UK.	0.96MB	23/05/2018
Dog Worm Parasite Wheel	This wheel identifies the parasitic worm infections currently found in dogs in the UK. Especially suitable as a study aid for vets and vet nurses.	0.32MB	23/05/2018
Parasite Activity Poster	An A2 poster detailing the key parasite activity occurring thoughout the year. Bright and colourful and perfect for consultation in vet waiting rooms or behind the counter. Especially suitable as a point of reference when advising pet owners.	0.22MB	23/05/2018
ESCCAP UK Resource Pack	This pack provides a sample of each of our educational materials and some information about ESCCAP UK.	1.81MB	23/05/2018
Tick borne disease advice consensus statement		0.29MB	24/05/2018
Anti dog fouling campaigns and meat condemnation		0.45MB	24/05/2018
FECAVA and ESCCAP join forces in the fight against vector-borne diseases		0.14MB	24/05/2018
Letter of support for ESCCAP UK CPD event and awareness about changes to PETS		0.08MB	24/05/2018
Parasitology Seminar Ticks all the Boxes: September 2011		0.10MB	24/05/2018
How to protect pets from parasites	ESCCAP recommendations document that can be used as a poster or leaflet in practice with general recommendations for parasite control in cats and dogs.	0.09MB	01/07/2025
FREE Online CPD Lectures – chnages to PETS		0.17MB	24/05/2018
Issue 06: Summer 2018 Parasite Forecast	Issue 6: Summer 2018 Parasite Forecast	1.81MB	19/08/2021
Issue 01: Spring 2017 Parasite Forecast	Issue 1: Spring 2017 Parasite Forecast	1.64MB	19/08/2021
GL7: Control of Parasites and Fungal Infections in Small Pet Mammals	Control of Parasites and Fungal Infections in Small Pet Mammals	5.70MB	01/07/2025
GL8: A guide to the treatment and control of equine gastrointestinal parasite infections	A guide to the treatment and control of equine gastrointestinal parasite infections	2.83MB	01/07/2025
Issue 07: Autumn 2018 Parasite Forecast	Issue 7: Autumn 2018 Parasite Forecast	1.65MB	19/08/2021
Issue 08: Winter 2018/2019 Parasite Forecast	Issue 8: Winter 2018/2019 Parasite Forecast	1.49MB	19/08/2021
Issue 09: Spring 2019 Parasite Forecast	Issue 9: Spring 2019 Parasite Forecast	2.24MB	19/08/2021
Issue 10: Summer 2019 Parasite Forecast	Issue 10: Summer 2019 Parasite Forecast	2.28MB	19/08/2021
Canine Lungworm Angiostrongylus Vasorum Diagnostic Recommendations	Canine Lungworm Angiostrongylus Vasorum Diagnostic Recommendations	0.56MB	12/11/2019
Issue 11: Autumn 2019 Parasite Forecast	Issue 11: Autumn 2019 Parasite Forecast	2.54MB	19/08/2021
Issue 12: Winter 2019/2020 Parasite Forecast	Issue 12: Winter 2019/2020 Parasite Forecast	2.64MB	19/08/2021
Issue 13: Spring 2020 Parasite Forecast	Issue 13: Spring 2020 Parasite Forecast	3.75MB	19/05/2020
Issue 14: Summer 2020 Parasite Forecast	Issue 14: Summer 2020 Parasite Forecast	2.79MB	08/09/2020
Issue 15: Autumn 2020 Parasite Forecast	Issue 15: Autumn 2020 Parasite Forecast	3.83MB	28/10/2020
Giardia infection in dogs and cats	FS3: Giardia fact sheet	0.15MB	17/02/2026
Raw meat-based diets	FS4: Raw meat-based diets fact sheet	0.27MB	01/07/2025
Points to consider when importing a rescue dog from abroad	FS2: Pet importation fact sheet	0.12MB	01/07/2025
Scheme for individual deworming of dogs	FS5: Dog flow chart	0.04MB	24/08/2026
Scheme for individual deworming of cats	FS6: Cat flow chart	0.04MB	24/08/2026
MG1: Worm Control in Dogs and Cats	MG1 Ed4	6.81MB	03/11/2026
MG3: Control of Ectoparasites in Dogs and Cats	MG3 Ed3	3.65MB	01/07/2025
MG5: Control of Vector-Borne Diseases in Dogs and Cats	MG5 Ed1	2.63MB	01/07/2025
Issue 16: Summer 2021 Parasite Forecast	Issue 16: Summer 2021 Parasite Forecast	1.58MB	31/08/2021
Pesky Parasites Wordsearch	Pesky Parasites Wordsearch	0.13MB	12/11/2021
Tick Drive	Tick Drive	0.18MB	12/11/2021
Issue 17: Autumn 2021 Parasite Forecast	Issue 17: Autumn 2021 Parasite Forecast	1.67MB	17/11/2021
Fleas on pets from the UK	ID Poster - Fleas on pets from the UK	0.53MB	03/02/2022
Fleas from around the world	ID Poster - Fleas from around the world	0.56MB	03/02/2022
Recognising parasites associated with imported dogs (2): ticks, tick-borne diseases and Leishmania	ID poster - Ticks in imported dogs	0.52MB	28/02/2022
Recognising parasites associated with imported dogs (1): helminths	ID poster - Worms in imported dogs	0.59MB	28/02/2022
Fly strike in rabbits	ID poster - Fly strike in rabbits	0.59MB	13/10/2022
Identification of mange mites of dogs and cats (1): Sarcoptes and Notoedres	ID poster - Mange mites of dogs and cats (1): Sarcoptes and Notoedres	0.68MB	13/10/2022
Identification of mange mites of dogs and cats (2): Demodex spp.	ID poster - Mange mites of dogs and cats (2): Demodex	0.61MB	13/10/2022
Identification of mange mites of dogs and cats (3): Cheyletiella, Otodectes and Trombicula	ID poster - Mange mites of dogs and cats (3): Cheyletiella, Otodectes and Trombicula	0.59MB	13/10/2022
Identification of ticks	ID poster - Ticks	1.12MB	13/10/2022
Identification of lice of dogs and cats	ID poster - Lice	0.61MB	13/10/2022
Identification of nematode eggs in dog and cat samples (1)	ID poster - Nematode eggs in dog and cat samples (1)	0.53MB	13/10/2022
Identification of nematode eggs in dog and cat samples (2)	ID poster - Nematode eggs in dog and cat samples (2)	0.52MB	13/10/2022
Lungworms of dogs (1): Angiostrongylus vasorum and Crenosoma vulpis	ID poster - Lungworms of dogs (1)	0.77MB	13/10/2022
Identification of tapeworm eggs and segments in dog and cat faecal samples	ID poster - Tapeworm eggs and segments	0.50MB	13/10/2022
Identification of the larval stages of taeniid tapeworms of dogs and cats in the UK	ID poster - Larval stages of taeniid tapeworms	0.57MB	13/10/2022
Diagnostic Testing	Ascarids, hookworms and whipworms, considerations for routine diagnostic screening	0.67MB	10/11/2022
Life cycle of the hedgehog tick Ixodes hexagonus and the dog tick I. canisuga	Life cycle Ixodes hexagonus Ixodes canisuga	0.37MB	17/07/2023
Life cycle of the sheep tick Ixodes ricinus	Life cycle Ixodes ricinus	0.75MB	17/07/2023
Life cycle of the cat lungworm Aelurostrongylus abstrusus	Life cycle Aelurostrongylus abstrusus	0.60MB	17/07/2023
Life cycle of the dog hookworm Ancylostoma caninum	Life cycle Ancylostoma caninum	0.51MB	17/07/2023
Life cycle of the dog lungworm Angiostrongylus vasorum	Life cycle Angiostrongylus vasorum	0.72MB	17/07/2023
Life cycle of the Fox lungworm Crenosoma vulpis	Life cycle Crenosoma vulpis	0.63MB	17/07/2023
Life cycle of the cat flea Ctenocephalides felis in the domestic setting	Life cycle Ctenocephalides felis	0.59MB	17/07/2023
Life cycle of Demodex of dogs and cats	Life cycle Demodex	0.64MB	17/07/2023
Life cycle of the meadow tick Dermacentor reticulatus	Life cycle Dermacentor reticulatus	0.55MB	17/07/2023
Fleas and transmission of the tapeworm Dipylidium caninum in dogs and cats	Life cycle Dipylidium caninum	0.61MB	18/07/2023
Life cycle of the canine heartworm Dirofilaria immitis	Life cycle Dirofilaria immitis	0.47MB	17/07/2023
Life cycle of Dirofilaria repens and other filarial worms of dogs; identification of blood microfilariae	Life cycle Dirofilaria repens	0.44MB	17/07/2023
Life cycle of Echinococcus granulosus	Life cycle Echinococcus granulosus	0.62MB	17/07/2023
Life cycle of Echinococcus multilocularis	Life cycle Echinococcus multilocularis	0.72MB	18/07/2023
Life cycle of Oslerus (=Filaroides)	Life cycle Oslerus	0.49MB	17/07/2023
Life cycle of the brown dog tick Rhipicephalus sanguineus	Life cycle Rhipicephalus sanguineus	0.77MB	17/07/2023
Life cycle and transmission of the dog roundworm Toxocara canis	Life cycle Toxocara canis	0.64MB	17/07/2023
Life cycle and transmission of the roundworm Toxocara cati	Life cycle Toxocara cati	0.48MB	17/07/2023
Life cycle of the itch mite Sarcoptes scabiei in dogs	Life cycle Sarcoptes scabiei	0.63MB	18/07/2023
Life cycle of Taenia hydatigena	Life cycle Taenia hydatigena	0.73MB	18/07/2023
Life cycle of Taenia taeniaformis of cats	Life cycle Taenia taeniaformis	0.59MB	18/07/2023
Life cycle of the dog whipworm Trichuris vulpis	Life cycle Trichuris vulpis	0.41MB	17/07/2023
Life cycle of Uncinaria stenocephala and other hookworms of dogs and cats	Life cycle Uncinaria stenocephala	0.50MB	17/07/2023
Tick awareness and Tick Surveillance Scheme	This text has been provided by UK Health Security Agency, whose mission is to make the nation health secure.	4.34MB	23/08/2023
Tick awareness and Tick Surveillance Scheme		3.29MB	23/08/2023
Tick awareness and Tick Surveillance Scheme		0.09MB	23/08/2023
Issue 18: 2023 Parasite Forecast	Issue 18: 2023 Parasite Forecast	0.92MB	26/09/2023
GL4: Parasitological Diagnosis in Cats, Dogs and Equines	This guideline is intended for use by veterinary professionals who carry out routine diagnostic procedures in their practice for the detection of parasitic infections, and for those who submit samples regularly to external laboratories. It has been	1.28MB	24/08/2026
Toxocara infection in dogs and cats	FS7: Toxocara infection in dogs and cats (Ed2 uploaded 17.02.2026)	0.10MB	17/02/2026
Ticks: Information for Pet Owners		0.28MB	12/07/2024
GL9: Parasite Control in Travelling and Imported Pets	GL9 Ed1 English (uploaded 03.06.2025)	1.02MB	24/08/2026
2025 Parasite Forecast	2025 Parasite Forecast UK & Ireland	1.61MB	04/08/2025
2025 Parasite Forecast	Issue 19 2025 Parasite Forecast UK & Ireland	1.61MB	04/08/2025

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