Brian Songer, assistant supervisor of Sheridan County Weed and Pest, said tick surveillance programs are crucial in reducing ...

Thanks to warming winters and milder temperatures, ticks are thriving in more parts of the country than ever before — bringing the risk of tick-borne illnesses like Lyme disease.

Ticks and the pathogens they transmit are a significant concern for both humans and animals alike. Controlling tick ...

The American dog tick has a complicated life cycle. Specifically, each development stage feeds on a different host. As soon ...

Some 250,000 UK pet owners were estimated to have taken their cats and dogs on holiday to the EU every year before Britain ...

Veterinary experts in Maine report seeing more Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever affecting dogs, but no human cases yet.

Allergies can cause dogs to itch excessively. Common allergens include pollen, dust mites, certain foods and household ...

Stay alert in Minnesota whenever "May" shows up on a calendar. According to the Minnesota Department of Health, May is the ...

According to experts, we are approaching the peak of tick season, and doctors are already seeing more pets and people​ who have been bitten.

As warmer temperatures and longer summers lead to an increase in tick populations, the number of tick bites and Lyme disease ...

Local veterinarians want to pass along a message to pet parents about ticks becoming more prevalent in Colorado.

A vet has warned dog owners to look out for a common sign as it could indicate a serious health issue. Severe itching usually ...