Susan E. Little, DVM, PhD, DACVM (Parasitology), explains why tapeworm and heartworm tests miss cases, how fecal flotation falls short, and why clinician judgment matters most.

A recent study by researchers at the UW reveals a deadly parasite in local coyotes that transfers to dogs and humans.

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A local veterinarian is encouraging dog owners to keep their pets up to date on de-worming medications following the ...

An aggressive groundhog outside a Finksburg child care center tested positive for rabies, the Carroll County Health Department said. Animal Control caught and euthanized the groundhog after it was ...

Dr. Bethany spent a year at a small animal-exclusive practice in Washington state, where she was first introduced to … ...

Pasadena Humane opened its doors to its most heartrending newcomer yet: little Peanut, a tiny survivor whose traumatic injury left him missing most of his nose and struggling with a dislocated jaw.

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, ...

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