These parasites are more common than many owners realize, but luckily, nearly all are preventable.

Seeing worms (or segments) in your dog’s poop is a clear sign of an intestinal parasite infection, and it’s quite common in ...

Intestinal parasites in dogs are a fairly common problem all over the world. According to the Companion Animal Parasite ...

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 ...

Q: My dog Frankie and I were at the dog park when another dog had diarrhea and the owner did a poor job cleaning up. Now I’m worried that every time we visit this dog park, Frankie may be exposed to ...

Milbemycin (Interceptor, Milbeguard, Milbemite, Milbehart) is a medicine used to prevent heartworms and to control some intestinal parasites in dogs and cats. In dogs, milbemycin is approved for ...

How do we rid our beloved furry friends of worms? It’s a question that has plagued many dog owners, often resulting in a trip to the vet. But what if you could tackle the problem at home? Without the ...

Parasites in dogs are common and may be found both internally and externally. They can irritate dogs greatly and lead to serious health problems affecting other pets or even humans. Fortunately, ...

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 ...