Flea and tick season is in full swing right now, and as we start taking our dogs into the field again, chances of them encountering fleas and ticks are high. Warm, furry and low to the ground, dogs ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. If you have a furry friend, now’s the time to brush up on the best flea and tick treatments on the market. (Photo: Getty Images) ...

When Fido and Fifi are comfortably sleeping the day away, they appear to have no cares in the world. But add fleas or ticks to that idyllic scene, and it’s a whole different picture: Nap time becomes ...

As pet owners, we always want what's best for our furry friends. In addition to providing them with a healthy diet and exercise, it's also important to protect them from parasites such as fleas and ...

When fleas and ticks show up on your dog, you want them gone fast. These parasitic pests cause discomfort that prompts your furry pal to scratch, which leads to irritation. Flea and tick bites can ...

As temperatures rise and everyone gets outdoors more, pet owners face the challenge of protecting their pets from seasonal threats like fleas, ticks and allergies. These common issues can cause ...

Dog owners know the importance of regular veterinarian checkups and vaccinations for the health of their beloved pets. However, don’t forget about some of the other medications that dogs need to ...

The first once-a-month pill for controlling both fleas and ticks in dogs and cats is showing promise in tests. Peter Meinke and colleagues at Merck Research Laboratories note the need for better ways ...