The dog is now recovering after a blood transfusion and is looking for a foster home A dog is finally getting the chance to ditch the hundreds of dangerous parasites that have been plaguing him. On ...

Help your dog safely enjoy being outside all summer.

Pet parents, here's a vet-approved guide to the practices that can help prevent tick infestations.

With spring officially here, you might be looking forward to flowers, hikes with your beasties, and long summer days outside. Unfortunately, with the warmer weather also comes a dreaded pest: ticks!

Protect your dog from parasites with the best flea and tick treatments, including oral pills, topicals, and collars that veterinarians recommend.

If you spot a tick on your dog, don’t panic, but also don’t wait too long to act. Veterinarians say removing the tick as ...

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 ...

Ticks are one of those hidden risks most dog owners don’t think much about until they suddenly become a problem. From backyard grass to hiking trails, these tiny parasites can latch on quickly, often ...

Ticks thrive in humid, overgrown yards. Learn how to safely remove them and keep your property protected today.

The United States is on track to record its worst tick season in a decade, raising concerns about life-altering and potentially deadly tick-borne illnesses. In April, the Centers for Disease Control ...

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 bitten.