Ticks look like tiny, harmless pests but their impact on a dog’s health is frightening. Beyond itching and irritation, some ticks release toxins that slowly paralyze a pet. If left untreated this ...

Q: What is the safest way to get a tick out of my dog’s body? Should I use tweezers or gloved hands? Are there ways to prevent ticks from sucking on his body? A: Whatever you do, don’t remove ticks ...

What Are Simparica Products for Fleas, Ticks, and Heartworms? The Simparica line of products (manufactured by Zoetis) includes chewable tablets (products that are given by mouth) for the prevention, ...

Imidacloprid/flumethrin (Seresto) is a combination medicine in a collar your dog can wear to help control fleas, ticks, and chewing lice. Your cat can wear the same ...

Ticks are out this season and if you spot one on you or yourself or your pet, it's likely one of Michigan's most populous species. When you're on your next hike, or even out in your yard, be sure to ...

Warming temperatures caused by climate change have allowed for the expansion of tick habitats, with populations moving farther north. An increase in the number of days above freezing has also expanded ...

Areas of East Tennessee are infested with ticks that can carry diseases. Here’s how to avoid them and what to do if you get ...