Veterinary Parasitology

Veterinary Parasitology examines parasites that affect domestic animals and other veterinary hosts, emphasizing their biology, life cycles, transmission, pathogenic effects, diagnosis, treatment, and control. The book introduces fundamental concepts of parasitism before discussing important groups of protozoa, helminths, arthropods, and other parasites of veterinary significance. It explains host–parasite relationships and examines how factors such as environmental conditions, animal management, nutrition, and immunity influence parasitic disease. Detailed attention is given to the recognition and diagnosis of infections through clinical examination, microscopic techniques, laboratory tests, and other diagnostic approaches. The text also considers antiparasitic drugs, resistance, preventive programmes, sanitation, pasture management, vector control, and integrated parasite management. Zoonotic parasites are discussed in relation to their potential significance for human health and animal populations. By combining biological principles with practical veterinary applications, the book provides a useful foundation for understanding parasitic diseases and their management. It is designed for veterinary students, animal-health professionals, parasitology researchers, and practitioners involved in livestock and companion-animal care.