State health department data show that more New Yorkers are being diagnosed with tick-borne diseases. In 2024, the most recent year for which complete data are available, more than 18,000 New Yorkers ...

Warmer temperatures and receding snowpack can expose dogs to parasites, bacteria and environmental hazards that could lead to an unwanted trip to the vet.

Learn to recognize common skin conditions in dogs, including allergies, ringworm, mange, yeast overgrowth, and alopecia.

Knowing where they show up, and how to avoid them, can make all the difference for a safe season outdoors.

This April, Best Friends Animal Society announced a new partnership with pet health and wellness company PetIQ.Through the collaboration, PetIQ brands PetArmor ...

Alpha-gal syndrome used to be most prevalent in Arkansas, Kentucky and Virginia, but is now being seen in many regions, with ...

External parasites, such as fleas and ticks, live on the body of the host and produce an infestation.

Avoiding wooded and grassy areas that ticks populate is the best way to avoid contact with them—easier said than done with ...

As spring approaches and the days grow warmer, it’s only natural to feel the call of the outdoors. But before you ...

Addressing an ear infection in your dog can mean recognizing symptoms, such as head shaking, tilting, or constant scratching. Consult your veterinarian for a proper diagnosis and any medications or ...

It's not unusual for dogs to have ticks, as they can easily attach themselves to their coat while out on walks. Ticks can't jump or fly, so they sit at the tip of grass and plants waiting to brush ...

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