Evaluating the Impact of Ticks and Tick-borne Diseases in Moose
Researchers will examine risk factors and impacts of parasitic infections on moose winter survival.
Displaying 1 - 10 of 32 results
Using Fungi to Manage Winter Ticks in Moose
Researchers will evaluate the potential of environmentally safe, insect-killing fungi to help reduce deadly winter tick burden in moose.
Moose and Tick Diseases: Study Seeks to Understand Individuals’ Vulnerability to Infections
February 9, 2021 – Foundation-funded investigators evaluate the combined effects of winter tick burden and other parasitic infections on moose survival.
Small Fungus Formulations Could Make Big Difference to Protect Moose from Winter Ticks
August 6, 2021 – Winter ticks are killing more moose so better weapons are needed to protect this iconic species of the North. Researchers at the University of Vermont are trying something new.
Borrelia, Babesia and Rickettsia, Oh My!
July 11, 2019 – Learn more about important tick borne diseases and what owners can do to protect their pets.
Creating a New Tool to Fight a Deadly Tick-borne Disease
Researchers will establish a culture system to grow Cytauxzoon felis, a tick-borne parasite that can cause life-threatening illness in pet cats.
Buzz Off! Protecting Your Pets From Diseases Spread by Insects
With the 2016 Summer Olympics in Brazil just
Insects Not Only Bug Our Horses, They Spread Potentially Life-Threatening Diseases
As summer heats up and we head outdoors for fun in
Your Impact – Fall 2021
October 19, 2021 – With the help of generous donors like you, we are improving the health and well-being of dogs, cats, horses and wildlife around the world.