If ticks go unnoticed and pets are untreated, a tick bite could lead to further complications, including Lyme disease.

Over the centuries, the slow worm has oftentimes received bad press; animal lover Alexander Pope demeaned the lowly slow worm in a poem he ...

Over the centuries, the slow worm has oftentimes received bad press; animal lover Alexander Pope demeaned the lowly slow worm ...

Global veterinary leaders unite in a Prevention Pledge urging year-round parasite control as fleas, ticks, and worms spread, raising emerging disease risks for pets and people. More than 40 veterinary ...

Quick Take If you share your home with a dog or cat, you also share it with invisible commuters: parasites looking for a warm meal. Fleas and ticks do not need a dirty house to move in. All it takes ...

For many pet owners, the line between a behavioral problem and a normal instinct isn’t always clear, especially when it comes to cats, where common complaints often just reflect natural behaviors.

The cat is lying on the sofa as usual, but something is noticeable when petting: The fur feels rough, appears dull and ...

The MarketWatch News Department was not involved in the creation of this content.-- 43% of pet owners report that their pets experienced parasite infections, with 75% seeking clea ...

Scientists have mapped the genetics of cancer in cats for the first time at scale, uncovering major overlaps with human ...

In the book "The Call of the Honeyguide," applied ecologist Rob Dunn explores mutually beneficial relationships between different species. But Dunn argues the relationship between humans and cats may ...

Tick Bite Prevention Week is around the corner. Now is the time to protect pets from tick-borne illnesses that can lead to ...

Veterinarians are seen as the most trusted source of pet health advice. “Small acts of love. Big moments of life” campaign is launching on World Parasite Awareness Day to increase understanding of how ...