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New World Screwworm Guides

Developed by the College of Veterinary Medicine, these essential guides help veterinarians, pet owners, and animals shelter staff and volunteers identify screwworm and take action quickly to protect animals.

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Pet owner guide

A visual guide for pet owners to recognize screwworm signs in dogs and cats, know what to check, and take immediate action to protect their pet and community

Veterinarians materials

Companion animal desk reference guide

A clinical desk reference for veterinary professionals to recognize, report, and respond to suspected screwworm infestations in dogs and cats.

The desk reference guide is available with either Arizona-specific reporting contacts or national reporting contacts.

 

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Companion animal clinical alert poster

A clinical alert poster for veterinarians to prepare, recognize, and report suspected screwworm infestations in companion animals, with step-by-step response protocols.

The clinical alert poster is available with either Arizona-specific reporting contacts or national reporting contacts.

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Livestock and large animal desk reference guide

A clinical desk reference for on field response protocols for suspected screwworm infestations in livestock and large animals.
The desk reference guide is available with either Arizona-specific reporting contacts or national reporting contacts.


Livestock and large animal clinical alert poster

A clinical alert poster for veterinarians on field response protocols for suspected screwworm infestations in livestock and large animals.

The clinical alert poster is available with either Arizona-specific reporting contacts or national reporting contacts.

 

Animal shelter staff and volunteer guide

A visual guide for shelter staff to recognize screwworm signs in dogs and cats, implement containment protocols, and communicate with veterinarians to protect shelter animals and prevent disease spread