A Simple Guide to External Parasites in Dogs originally appeared on PetHelpful. Here's what you need to know about common skin parasites in dogs.Photo by Bethany Ferr As a fellow dog owner, you ...

Multiple types of parasitic worms can be passed from dogs to humans, including roundworms and hookworms. Practicing good hygiene is the best way to prevent worms from spreading. If you suspect your ...

A potentially fatal dog worm lurks in California’s waters, waiting to attack your dog from the inside. A group of scientists from UC Riverside confirmed the presence of Heterobilharzia americana — a ...

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From diagnosis to the brutal treatment process, here's what veterinary professionals wish every dog owner understood about ...

Editor’s note: Dr. Lee Pickett has retired, but Creators continues to distribute columns from her archive. This one is from 2021. Q: My dog Frankie and I were at the dog park when another dog had ...

22 June 2023, Saxony, Pirna: A dog cools off in the water of the Elbe. With the high temperatures around 30 degrees, four-legged friends are also happy about it. Photo: Daniel Schäfer/dpa (Photo by ...

No pet owner wants to hear that their dog has worms, but unfortunately intestinal parasites are common in dogs. The good news is worms are treatable, and there is medication to help your dog feel ...

For five years, an elusive tormentor of animals hid from authorities in east Riverside County as 10 dogs were injured and another killed. The victims hailed from Los Angeles, Riverside and Orange ...

A parasite that can potentially kill dogs has been discovered for the first time in the Colorado River in Southern California, a study from University of California, Riverside said. The parasite is ...

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