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The Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC)

is an independent council of veterinarians and other animal health care professionals established to create guidelines for the optimal control of internal and external parasites that threaten the health of pets and people, brings together broad expertise in parasitology, internal medicine, public health, veterinary law, private practice and association leadership.

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CAPC Roadshow 2009

Link to 2009 Road Show Presentations and Blog

The CAPC experts traveled west this summer, from Denver, through California and Oregon, and ending at AVMA in Seattle. Link to the presentations that were given, and to the roadshow blog.

Expert Perspective

Tick-Borne Diseases Reported in Most States

An interview with Dr. Little in April 2008, Veterinary Forum.
A new study supports what experts have been saying — ticks are moving into new areas and bringing new diseases. A national survey of veterinary clinics found positive

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Wall Street Journal Article on Parasites

Developing World’s Parasites, Disease Hit U.S.

New Brochures: Download and Print or Order

See available brochures on our Resources page, or order printed copies.

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CAPC Addresses EPA Flea Product Report • more

CAPC comments on “Adverse Effects.” • more

Focus on Fecal Diagnostics

A free CAPC-Sponsored Online CE Course created with VetMedTeam. • more

CAPC-Sponsored
Lifelearn CE Course

People, Pets & Parasites, for 4 CE credits. Special discount available with promotional code of 124465679258. • more

View Presentations from TNAVC • more

Read the Parasitology Supplement to Veterinary Medicine written by CAPC • more

Parasites 101 Articles

Read the Parasites 101 Articles sponsored by CAPC in Veterinary Forum. • more

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The mission of CAPC is to foster animal
and human health, while preserving the
human-animal bond, through recommendations
for the diagnosis, treatment, prevention and control of parasitic infections.