Ray M. Kaplan, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, EVPC

Ray M. Kaplan, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, EVPC, is a professor of parasitology in the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine's Department of Infectious Diseases. He served on the 2013 American Association of Equine Practitioner's Parasite Control Guidelines subcommittee.

Articles by: Ray M. Kaplan, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, EVPC

Internal Parasites: Can Horses Get Worms from Cattle?

Ray M. Kaplan, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, EVPC May 26, 2018

Sharing pastures with other species might be good for your horse. Find out why from Dr. Ray Kaplan.

High and Low Egg Shedders: What’s the Difference?

Ray M. Kaplan, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, EVPC May 25, 2018

Are you confused about what it means if your horse has either high or low internal parasite egg counts? Dr. Ray Kaplan explains.

Still Rotational Deworming? It’s Time for a Change

Ray M. Kaplan, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, EVPC May 22, 2018

Parasitologist Dr. Ray Kaplan explains why we need a paradigm shift from “deworming” to “parasite control” when managing our horses.

What is Your Horse's Fecal Egg Count Telling You?

What is a Fecal Egg Count, and Why Do Horses Need Them?

Ray M. Kaplan, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, EVPC May 21, 2018

Learn about the importance of fecal egg counts for horses from parasitologist Dr. Ray Kaplan of the University of Georgia.

Categorizing Horses after Fecal Egg Counts

Ray M. Kaplan, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, EVPC October 21, 2013

How do I know if my horse is a high, medium, or low shedder of parasite eggs, based on a fecal egg count?

Common Parasite Eggs Found in Fecals

Ray M. Kaplan, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, EVPC September 23, 2013

What species of parasites are identified in a fecal egg count test?

Deworm on a Dry Lot?

Ray M. Kaplan, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, EVPC December 1, 2009

All of the articles I’ve read talk about managing parasites in horses with turnout time. Like many other owners in dry locations, here in New Mexico I don’t have pasture. Both stalls and turnout areas consist of sand. I purchase bales of alfalfa and grass hay to feed my horses. What are the chances of parasite infection when horses do not graze?