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 ...

Chagas disease is a protozoal infection transmitted by the “kissing bug.” It is a zoonotic infection, meaning it can infect ...

The death of an Oregon house cat and a pet food recall are raising questions about the ongoing bird flu outbreak in the United States and how people can protect their pets. Bird flu, or H5N1, has been ...

The best dog dewormers kill parasites such as tapeworms, roundworms, and hookworms.Chewy/Business Insider Intestinal parasites, often called worms, are microscopic organisms that live inside your dog ...

Dogs can't catch human colds but they have common infections of their own like kennel cough, dog flu, and upper respiratory ...

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 ...

Some hair shedding is natural for dogs, but if your pup has bald patches or thinning hair, they may have an allergy or other ...

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Itchy skin, ear infections and bloating can all be symptoms of dog allergies, and they're a frustrating and uncomfortable experience for pets and their humans. But there’s good news: Certain foods can ...

Caring for a pet does not come without complications. Dogs and cats, just like humans, are vulnerable to disease every time they step foot outside the house. Unfortunately, unlike humans, your canine ...

Pet owners beware: An unusual respiratory illness in dogs that does not respond to antibiotics is being investigated in several states across the U.S. Oregon, Colorado and New Hampshire are among the ...