Doggy park lovers, beware: Researchers in Ireland say they’ve pinpointed the park hot spots where roundworms are most likely to infect our precious pups. Scientists at Trinity College in Ireland led ...

Doctors say that if left untreated, raccoon roundworm can cause severe health complications, including brain damage and death.

In an analysis of soil samples from twelve parks in Dublin, Ireland, park entrances were more heavily contaminated with infective roundworm eggs than any other tested park location. In an analysis of ...

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The very thought of worms—especially intestinal worms—is enough to make your skin crawl. But pet owners need to know about these parasites in order to keep their animals—and their family—healthy.