A compendium of knowledge of the highest interest for the veterinarian working with small animals, with the highest quality in the online teaching market"

This Postgraduate diploma is a complete compilation of the knowledge that the veterinarian needs to intervene with total expertise in cases of infectious diseases in small animals. 

For a correct diagnosis of infectious diseases, it is important to know the epidemiological environment in which patients are found and to know how to interpret diagnostic tests. Incorrect interpretation of a test could lead to loss of information or misdiagnosis. Therefore, this program will cover the different groups of diseases that are most prevalent in the practice.

Another field of work refers to zoonoses which, in the case of companion animals such as dogs and cats, represent a potential public health problem given the close link between humans and these animals.  

The educational program ends with a module that deals with prevention, vaccination and deworming methods used in different situations during the development of daily clinical activity in small animals.  

Each and every area of knowledge necessary to diagnose, treat and prevent infectious diseases and zoonoses in the small animal clinic, clearly, comprehensively and effectively presented"

The Postgraduate diploma in Diagnosis, Prevention and Management of Canine Infectious Diseases and Zoonoses contains the most complete and up-to-date educational program on the market. The most important features include:   

• The latest technology in online teaching software
• Intensely visual teaching system, supported by graphic and schematic contents, easy to assimilate and understand
• Practical cases presented by practising experts
• State-of-the-art interactive video systems
• Teaching supported by telepractice
• Continuous updating and recycling systems
• Autonomous learning: full compatibility with other occupations
• Practical exercises for self evaluation and learning verification
• Support groups and educational synergies: questions to the expert, debate and knowledge forums
• Communication with the teacher and individual reflection work
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection
• Supplementary documentation databases are permanently available, even after the program

An educational program based on the best working methods of the online educational panorama, revolutionary in the veterinary field"

Its teaching staff includes professionals belonging to the field of Veterinary Medicine, who bring to this program the experience of their work, as well as renowned specialists from reference societies and prestigious universities.  

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.  

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced psychology experts.   

Fully compatible with your daily life activities, it will allow you to learn in a constant and gradual way, at your own pace, without losing educational effectiveness"

High impact program that will give you the qualifications you need to act as an expert in this field of work"

This program has been designed with a specific teaching model that successfully combines the intensity of a comprehensive and complete study with a highly flexible way of learning. A knowledge journey that addresses each and every area of professional development that the veterinarian needs in the field of small animal infectious diseases. 

A unique teaching model that reconciles distance education with practical learning, allowing the professional to progress in their healthcare capacity by studying with the best teaching program on the online market"

Module 1. Introduction and Laboratory Diagnosis

1.1. Prevalence and Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases in Small Animals

1.1.1. Introduction to the Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases
1.1.2. Epidemiological Characteristics of Infectious Diseases
1.1.3. Prevalence and Clinical Epidemiology

1.2. Diagnosis of Viral Diseases

1.2.1. The Role of Viruses in Veterinary Medicine
1.2.2. Viral Isolation
1.2.3. Antigen Detection Techniques by Immunological Techniques
1.2.4. Molecular Techniques (Polymerase Chain Reaction, PCR)

1.2.4.1. The Role of PCR Inhibitors

1.2.5. Histopathology
1.2.6. Serology Testing
1.2.7. Interpretation of Tests in Clinical Diagnosis

1.3. Diagnosis of Parasitic Diseases

1.3.1. The Role of Parasites in Veterinary Medicine
1.3.2. The Importance of the Coprological Analysis in the Daily Clinic

1.3.2.1. Coprological Techniques

1.3.3. Hematic Parasites, the Usefulness of Blood Smears
1.3.4. Serology in Parasitic Diseases

1.4. Diagnosis of Bacterial and Fungal Diseases

1.4.1. Direct Visualization Under the Microscope
1.4.2. Culture and Identification

1.4.2.1. Urine Culture and CFU
1.4.2.2. Anaerobic Bacteria
1.4.2.3. Interpretation of Antibiograms
1.4.2.4. Saprophyte, Opportunistic or Pathogenic

1.4.3. Molecular Techniques (Polymerase Chain Reaction, PCR)
1.4.4. Serology Testing
1.4.5. Histopathology

1.5. Procedures in Clinical Practice

1.5.1. Sampling for Bacterial Cultures
1.5.2. Sampling for Fungal Cultures
1.5.3. Blood Cultures
1.5.4. Anaerobic Cultures
1.5.5. Conservation of Microbiology Samples
1.5.6. Serum or Plasma? Hysop With or Without Medium?

1.6. Cytology Applied to Diagnosis. Skin

1.6.1. General Aspects
1.6.2. Techniques for Obtaining Samples
1.6.3. Staining Techniques
1.6.4. Principles of Cytological Interpretation

1.6.4.1. Interpretation of Cell Lines
1.6.4.2. Bacterial Diseases
1.6.4.3. Fungal Diseases
1.6.4.4. Parasitic Diseases

1.7. Cytology Applied to Diagnosis. Lymph Nodes

1.7.1. General Aspects
1.7.2. Techniques for Obtaining Samples
1.7.3. Staining Techniques
1.7.4. Principles of Cytological Interpretation

1.7.4.1. Interpretation of Cell Lines
1.7.4.2. Bacterial Diseases
1.7.4.3. Fungal Diseases
1.7.4.4. Parasitic Diseases

1.8. Cytology Applied to Diagnosis. Blood and Bone Marrow

1.8.1. General Aspects
1.8.2. Techniques for Obtaining Samples
1.8.3. Staining Techniques
1.8.4. Principles of Cytological Interpretation

1.8.4.1. Interpretation of Cell Lines
1.8.4.2. Bacterial Diseases
1.8.4.3. Fungal Diseases 
1.8.4.4. Parasitic Diseases
1.8.4.5. Viral Diseases

1.9. Cytology Applied to Diagnosis. Respiratory and Digestive System

1.9.1. General Aspects
1.9.2. Techniques for Obtaining Samples
1.9.3. Staining Techniques
1.9.4. Principles of Cytological Interpretation

1.9.4.1. Interpretation of Cell Lines
1.9.4.2. Bacterial Diseases
1.9.4.3. Fungal Diseases
1.9.4.4. Parasitic Diseases

1.10. Cytology Applied to Diagnosis. Sensory Organs

1.10.1. General Aspects
1.10.2. Techniques for Obtaining Samples
1.10.3. Staining Techniques
1.10.4. Principles of Cytological Interpretation

1.10.4.1. Interpretation of Cell Lines
1.10.4.2. Bacterial Diseases
1.10.4.3. Fungal Diseases
1.10.4.4. Parasitic Diseases

Module 2. Zoonosis 

2.1. Past, Present and Future of Zoonoses

2.1.1. What are Zoonoses?
2.1.2. Types of Zoonoses
2.1.3. Historical Importance
2.1.4. The Role of the Small Animal Veterinarian

2.2. Zoonotic Risk Analysis. Vision One Health

2.2.1. Animal Health Risk Analysis
2.2.2. Risk Analysis Terminology
2.2.3. Stages of the Analysis
2.2.4. Perspectives and Limitations

2.3. Bacterial I. Campylobacteriosis, Salmonellosis and Chlostridiosis

2.3.1. Campylobacteriosis and salmonellosis
2.3.2. Chlostridiosis
2.3.3. Risk Factors
2.3.4. Prevention and Control

2.4. Bacterial II. Brucellosis, Leptospirosis and Bartonellosis

2.4.1. Brucellosis
2.4.2. Leptospirosis
2.4.3. Bartonellosis
2.4.4. Prevention and Control

2.5. Protozoa (I). Giardiasis and Toxoplasmosis

2.5.1. Giardiasis
2.5.2. Toxoplasmosis
2.5.3. Risk Factors
2.5.4. Prevention and Control

2.6. Protozoa (II). Leishmaniasis and Cryptosporidiosis

2.6.1. Leishmaniasis
2.6.2. Cryptosporidiosis
2.6.3. Risk Factors
2.6.4. Prevention and Control

2.7. Nematodes and Cestodes. Toxocara, Dipylidium and Echinococcus

2.7.1. Toxocara
2.7.2. Dipylidium
2.7.3. Echinococcus
2.7.4. Prevention and Control

2.8. Viral. Rabies

2.8.1. Epidemiology
2.8.2. Clinical Picture in Humans
2.8.3. Prophylactic and Control Measures

2.9. Mange and Dermatomycosis

2.9.1. Mange
2.9.2. Dermatomycosis
2.9.3. Prophylaxis and Control

2.10. Antimicrobial Resistance (ARM). Global Risk

2.10.1. Importance of Antimicrobial Resistance
2.10.2. Acquired Mechanisms of Antimicrobial Resistance
2.10.3. Global Strategies for the Reduction of Antimicrobial Resistance

Module 3. Vaccination and Prevention

3.1. Vaccination in Dogs I

3.1.1. Types of Vaccines
3.1.2. Canine Vaccination Protocol. Primovaccination and Revaccination
3.1.3. Vaccination Under Special Conditions
3.1.4. Action Protocol
3.1.5. Vaccine Reactions
3.1.6. Immunization Failures. Factors Involved

3.2. Vaccination in Dogs II

3.2.1. Essential Vaccines
3.2.2. Complementary Vaccines
3.2.3. Non-Recommended Vaccines

3.3. Vaccination in Cats I

3.3.1. Feline Vaccination Protocol
3.3.2. Vaccination Under Special Conditions
3.3.3. Action Protocol
3.3.4. Vaccine Reactions. Expected and Undesirable
3.3.5. Immunization Failures. Factors Involved

3.4. Vaccination in Cats II

3.4.1. Essential Vaccines
3.4.2. Complementary Vaccines
3.4.3. Non-Recommended Vaccines

3.5. Preventive Management of Vector-Borne Diseases

3.5.1. Importance of Vector-Borne Disease Management
3.5.2. Factors Involved
3.5.3. Classification of Vector-Borne Diseases According to the Type of Vector Responsible for Vectors

3.6. Preventive Management of External and Internal Parasitosis in Dogs

3.6.1. Importance of Parasitosis Prevention
3.6.2. Factors Involved
3.6.3. Classification of Parasitic Diseases According to the Agent

3.6.3.1. Ectoparasites
3.6.3.2. Endoparasites

3.6.4. Relevance of Combination Therapy

3.7. Preventive Management of External and Internal Parasitosis in the Cat

3.7.1. Importance of Parasitosis Prevention
3.7.2. Factors Involved
3.7.3. Classification of Parasitic Diseases According to the Agent

3.7.3.1. Ectoparasites
3.7.3.2. Endoparasites

3.7.4. Relevance of Combination Therapy

3.8. Sanitary Management of Kennels

3.8.1. Characteristics of the Facilities
3.8.2. Cleaning. Order and Products to be Used
3.8.3. Vaccination Programs
3.8.4. Deworming Programs
3.8.5. Sanitary Vacuum. Why, When and How to Perform it

3.9. Sanitary Management of Cat Catteries

3.9.1. Characteristics of the Facilities
3.9.2. Cleaning. Order and Products to be Used
3.9.3. Vaccination Programs
3.9.4. Deworming Programs
3.9.5. Sanitary Vacuum. Why, When and How to Perform it

3.10. Disaster Management

3.10.1. Main Types of Disasters

3.10.1.1. Meteorological Disasters
3.10.1.2. Natural Disasters
3.10.1.3. Biological Disasters Pandemics

3.10.2. Preventive Measures

3.10.2.1. Census of Animals
3.10.2.2. Preparation and Organization of Facilities to be Used as Shelter
3.10.2.3. Personnel and Means of Transport
3.10.2.4. Current Legislation in Force in Cases of Catastrophes in Relation to Companion Animals

A unique, key and decisive training experience to boost your professional development"