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.
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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.
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.
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.
Tick-borne Disease: What Pet Owners Need to Know
March 9, 2023 — Ticks carry lots of diseases that can affect cats and dogs. Pet owners need to arm themselves with the latest information to keep their furry friends healthy.
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
Cytauxzoonosis – An Emerging Threat to Cats
April 23, 2021 – Two newly funded studies aim to develop new systems for studying the blood parasite Cytauxzoon felis in the laboratory.
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.