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Heartworm Remains Serious Threat to U.S. Pets

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

APEX, N.C., July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- From Baton Rouge to Boston to San Antonio and Seattle, heartworms pose a serious health threat to the nation's four-legged family members. According to a recent survey conducted by the American Heartworm Society (AHS), every U.S. state has pets with heartworms. But while states like Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas have consistently had high heartworm rates, veterinarians participating in the survey reported that infections are also on the rise in unexpected locales like Washington, North Dakota, and Massachusetts.

Key Points: 
  • According to a recent survey conducted by the American Heartworm Society (AHS), every U.S. state has pets with heartworms.
  • A survey conducted by the American Heartworm Society found that heartworms are being diagnosed throughout the U.S.
    Heartworm disease is spread when a mosquito infected with heartworm larvae bites a pet.
  • "The bad news is that far too few owners are protecting their pets by giving heartworm preventives year-round."
  • The AHS monitors numbers of heartworm-positive U.S. pets by conducting periodic surveys of veterinarians who gather heartworm testing data.

Greater Good Charities, with Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health & The Animal Rescue Site, Kicks Off 3rd Year of Good Flights & Successful Transport of 8,800+ Shelter Pets to Adoptive Homes Including 900+ Asymptomatic Heartworm-Positive Dogs

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Monday, April 3, 2023

To kick off the third year of Good Flights, a special transport of more than 100 shelter pets will take place on April 3 from New Orleans, LA.

Key Points: 
  • To kick off the third year of Good Flights, a special transport of more than 100 shelter pets will take place on April 3 from New Orleans, LA.
  • Asymptomatic heartworm-positive shelter dogs transported via Save a Heart receive initial medication, in accordance with the recommendations from the American Heartworm Society, prior to transport.
  • "Heartworm is a devastating disease for dogs and those who care for them, said Julie Ryan-Johnson, DVM, Associate Director of Shelter Programs at Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health.
  • All shelter pets transported via Good Flights will be handled in compliance with the USDA’s interstate regulations.

Companion Animal Diagnostics Market Worth $4.18 Billion by 2029 - Market Size, Share, Forecasts, & Trends Analysis Report with COVID-19 Impact by Meticulous Research®

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Monday, July 25, 2022

Therefore, the increasing prevalence of diseases in animals generates demand for diagnostic testing kits, driving the growth of the companion animal diagnostics market.

Key Points: 
  • Therefore, the increasing prevalence of diseases in animals generates demand for diagnostic testing kits, driving the growth of the companion animal diagnostics market.
  • Based on products, in 2022, the consumables segment is estimated to account for the largest share of the companion animal diagnostics market.
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    Based on technology, in 2022, the immunodiagnostics segment is estimated to account for the largest share of the companion animal diagnostics market.
  • Based on end user, in 2022, the diagnostic laboratories segment is estimated to account for the largest share of the companion animal diagnostics market.

Companion Animal Diagnostics Market Worth $4.18 Billion by 2029 - Market Size, Share, Forecasts, & Trends Analysis Report with COVID-19 Impact by Meticulous Research®

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Monday, July 25, 2022

Therefore, the increasing prevalence of diseases in animals generates demand for diagnostic testing kits, driving the growth of the companion animal diagnostics market.

Key Points: 
  • Therefore, the increasing prevalence of diseases in animals generates demand for diagnostic testing kits, driving the growth of the companion animal diagnostics market.
  • Based on products, in 2022, the consumables segment is estimated to account for the largest share of the companion animal diagnostics market.
  • Quick Buy Companion Animal DiagnosticsMarket Research Report: https://www.meticulousresearch.com/Checkout/10760166
    Based on technology, in 2022, the immunodiagnostics segment is estimated to account for the largest share of the companion animal diagnostics market.
  • Based on end user, in 2022, the diagnostic laboratories segment is estimated to account for the largest share of the companion animal diagnostics market.

Companion Animal Parasite Council Forecasts Heightened Flea Activity in Chicago and surrounding area for June 2022

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Thursday, June 2, 2022

SALEM, Ore., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The nonprofit Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC) — the nation's leading source on parasitic diseases that threaten the health of pets and people — is forecasting heightened flea activity in Chicago, Illinois, and surrounding areas for June 2022. Fleas, one of the most common external parasites in dogs and cats, are more serious than most people realize with the potential to cause serious harm to the health of pets and their owners. Flea infestations not only disrupt the human-animal bond, but also carry diseases that can be transmitted to humans.

Key Points: 
  • In its mission to monitor and report emerging threats to companion animals, CAPC developed the Flea Forecasts to alert pet owners of flea activity in their local communities based on environmental conditions.
  • "The new Flea Forecasts at PetDiseaseAlerts.org are designed to alert pet owners and veterinarians where fleas are currently most active across the United States."
  • Analysis of the Flea Forecasts shows that flea activity has moved into the Greater Chicago metro, surrounding areas and throughout the Midwest regions this month.
  • Cats sleeping on your pillow or dogs snuggling in your bed can leaving behind flea eggs, flea maggots, and flea feces.

Companion Animal Parasite Council Forecasts Heightened Flea Activity in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and the Mid-Atlantic region for June 2022

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Thursday, June 2, 2022

CAPC's daily Flea Forecasts on PetDiseaseAlerts.org monitor local flea activity across the country

Key Points: 
  • CAPC's daily Flea Forecasts on PetDiseaseAlerts.org monitor local flea activity across the country
    SALEM, Ore., June 2, 2022 The nonprofit Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC) the nation's leading source on parasitic diseases that threaten the health of pets and people is forecasting heightened flea activity in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Mid-Atlantic region for June 2022.
  • "The new Flea Forecasts at PetDiseaseAlerts.org are designed to alert pet owners and veterinarians where fleas are currently most active across the United States."
  • Analysis of the Flea Forecasts shows that flea activity has moved into Philadelphia, and the Mid-Atlantic region this month.
  • Movement of oranges and yellows from the south into the Mid-Atlantic region, show increasing flea activity moving northward as the weather warms up.

Companion Animal Parasite Council Forecasts High Risk for Heartworm Disease in Jackson, Mississippi, and Throughout Hinds County for May 2022

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Wednesday, May 4, 2022

SALEM, Ore., May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The nonprofit Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC) — the nation's leading source on parasitic diseases that threaten the health of pets and people — is forecasting high risk for heartworm disease in Jackson, Mississippi, and throughout the state, with Hinds County on the highest alert for May 2022.

Key Points: 
  • In its mission to monitor and report emerging threats to companion animals, CAPC developed 30-Day Pet Parasite Forecast Maps to alert pet owners of impending disease outbreaks in their local communities.
  • "The new 30-Day Pet Parasite Forecast Maps at PetDiseaseAlerts.org are designed to alert pet owners and veterinarians about vector-borne diseases before they occur."
  • Spring weather creates ideal breeding conditions for mosquitos, which can transmit heartworm larvae to pets.
  • Pet Disease Alerts ( http://www.petdiseasealerts.org ) is a nonprofit focused on alerting pet owners to the threat of pet diseases in their local areas.

Companion Animal Parasite Council Forecasts High Risk for Heartworm Disease in Mobile, Alabama, and Throughout Mobile County for May 2022

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Wednesday, May 4, 2022

SALEM, Ore., May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The nonprofit Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC) — the nation's leading source on parasitic diseases that threaten the health of pets and people — is forecasting high risk for heartworm disease in Mobile, Alabama, and throughout the state, with Mobile County on the highest alert for May 2022.

Key Points: 
  • "The new 30-Day Pet Parasite Forecast Maps at PetDiseaseAlerts.org are designed to alert pet owners and veterinarians about vector-borne diseases before they occur."
  • Spring weather creates ideal breeding conditions for mosquitos, which can transmit heartworm larvae to pets.
  • Analysis of the 30-Day Pet Parasite Forecast Maps for the state of Alabama indicate the risk of heartworm disease in Mobile and throughout Mobile County are at a high threat level actually even higher than usual as compared to historical risk with the entire state on high alert.
  • Pet Disease Alerts ( http://www.petdiseasealerts.org ) is a nonprofit focused on alerting pet owners to the threat of pet diseases in their local areas.

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Lowey Dannenberg Investigates Claims on Behalf of Investors of Elanco Animal Health Inc. (ELAN) and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm

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Thursday, May 28, 2020

Elanco is a provider of health solutions for pets and livestock including flea and heartworm medicine, intestinal worm medicine and fluke and worm control medicine.

Key Points: 
  • Elanco is a provider of health solutions for pets and livestock including flea and heartworm medicine, intestinal worm medicine and fluke and worm control medicine.
  • A securities class action was filed on May 20, 2020 on behalf of investors who purchased Elanco securities between January 10, 2020 and May 6, 2020.
  • Lowey Dannenberg is a national firm representing institutional and individual investors, who suffered financial losses resulting from corporate fraud and malfeasance in violation of federal securities and antitrust laws.
  • The firm has significant experience in prosecuting multi-million-dollar lawsuits and has in the past recovered billions of dollars on behalf of investors.

Zoetis Receives FDA Approval for Simparica Trio™, A New Combination Parasite Preventative for Dogs

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Thursday, February 27, 2020

This combination product builds on the trusted legacy of Simparica (sarolaner) Chewables and exemplifies Zoetis dedication to innovation in parasiticides.

Key Points: 
  • This combination product builds on the trusted legacy of Simparica (sarolaner) Chewables and exemplifies Zoetis dedication to innovation in parasiticides.
  • Todays approval of Simparica Trio in the United States provides veterinarians with a new and effective combination parasiticide for dogs, said Catherine A. Knupp, DVM, MS, Executive Vice President and President, Research and Development at Zoetis.
  • Studies that support the approval of Simparica Trio showed:
    100% efficacy in preventing the development of heartworm disease.
  • In addition to receiving this approval, Zoetis has received approval for two parasiticide innovations in the U.S. in the past 18 months to help protect dogs and cats from harmful pests.