Parasites of Dogs and Cats and the Problems They Cause - A Three Part Series

This three-part series will be a thorough review of the internal and external parasites of dogs and cats commonly seen in the shelter setting. The 3 one-hour presentations will cover a practical approach to the identification and treatment of hookworms, roundworms, whipworms, tapeworms, coccidiosis, giardia, fleas, ticks, ear mites, demodex, scabies, and of course, heartworm.  Examples of clinical disease and zoonotic potential will be depicted using real world images taken in the practice setting.  Bring an open mind and be prepared for a presentation loaded with pictures and much discussion. 

Dates:

• Part 1: November 12 @ 6pm
• Part 2: November 19 @ 6pm
• Part 3: December 10 @ 6pm

Who Should Attend: 

• Veterinarians, especially those working in or assisting animal shelters
• Animal shelter staff
• Rescue staff and volunteers
• Veterinary staff
• Animal welfare/field service officers 

Cost to Attend:

• SCACCA Members: FREE
• Non-Members: $35 (includes a one-year individual membership with SCACCA)

Presenter: 

Dr. Stephen Jones graduated from the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, where he earned his DVM in 1985.  He was the previous owner of Lakeside Animal Hospital, a small animal practice located in Moncks Corner, SC where he continues to practice alongside five associate veterinarians.  Dr.Jones has served on the Executive Board of the South Carolina Veterinary Medical Association, as President of the Trident Veterinary Medical Association, and as President of the American Heartworm Society. In 2008, he was honored as South Carolina’s Veterinarian of the Year.

Dr. Jones has a passion for photography and has focused much of his time imaging veterinary medical pathology and parasitology.  He has a keen interest in heartworm disease and the pathology and clinical disease that results from infection.  With rare exception, the images in his presentation are case examples from his practice, and the research projects he has been involved with over more than fifteen years.