Tick activity has been high so far this year, with emergency department visits sparked by the pests reaching levels we ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Year-round flea and tick prevention is essential to protect dogs from discomfort, serious diseases, and infestations. Fleas and ...

Ticks are one of those hidden risks most dog owners don't think much about until they suddenly become a problem. From backyard grass to hiking trails, these tiny parasites can latch on quickly, often ...

With spring officially here, you might be looking forward to flowers, hikes with your beasties, and long summer days outside. Unfortunately, with the warmer weather also comes a dreaded pest: ticks!

An expert says rushing to the emergency room for a tick bite is unnecessary and suggests simple prevention steps.

Q: What is the safest way to get a tick out of my dog’s body? Should I use tweezers or gloved hands? Are there ways to prevent ticks from sucking on his body? A: Whatever you do, don’t remove ticks ...

Although the warm weather is just starting in the region, from what we’re hearing, it’s the worst season for ticks that anyone has seen. Tick season is in full swing and with it, the danger of ...