Parasites

Deer tick A Vet's Life
Warm Weather Tick Explosion is Here
Did you think the cold winter put a dent in the tick population? It's just the opposite unfortunately. Learn how to protect your family and your dog this summer.
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Senior Dog with Leash Dog Checkups & Preventive Care
A Senior Dog Checkup: What to Expect
Your senior dog is at greater risk for a number of diseases. Learn more about what is involved in your dog's checkup, and how it can help you prevent problems ahead of time.
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Senior Whit Cat Cat Checkups & Preventive Care
A Senior Cat Checkup: What to Expect
Check the age chart, and you'll see your cat's "person" age. If your cat is a senior, this article is for you. Learn more about what is involved in a senior cat's checkup and why it's so important.
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Kitten Care 101 New-Cat Checklists
Kitten Care 101

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Could My Kitten Have Intestinal Parasites? Cat Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Could My Kitten Have Intestinal Parasites?
You may be surprised at the common parasites your cat is bringing into your home. Common parasites include roundworms, coccidia and tapeworms.
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5 Things Veterinarians Can Learn from Dog Poop Dog Checkups & Preventive Care
5 Things Veterinarians Can Learn from Dog Poop
What can a poop sample tell your veterinarian about your dog’s health? As it turns out, a lot!
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The Surprising Things Veterinarians Love about Poop Samples Dog Checkups & Preventive Care
Five Things Veterinarians Love about Poop Samples
Veterinarians have to deal with poop on a daily basis. Learn how they turn it from a chore into a passion.
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Why is My Dog Excessively Licking His Paws? Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Why is My Dog Excessively Licking His Paws?
Is your dog constantly attacking his feet? It may seem cute but could be a real problem when the feet turn red! Learn what's behind this behavior.
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6 Things You Don't Know about Itchy Pets Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
6 Things You Don't Know about Itchy Pets
The more you scratch the more you itch. The key is to break the cycle, let these 6 surprising itch facts help you with that.
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 Worms in dog poop Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Why Are Worms in My Dog’s Stool?
Learn the difference between hookworms, whipworms, roundworms and tapeworms. Find out how these worms can affect your dog.
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