Health & Nutrition

Mosquitoes are annoying to you and your dog. But aside from the irritation these pesky insects cause, they can also spread diseases to your dog - the most dire being heartworms.

We have all experienced the annoyance of mosquitoes in the spring, summer and fall. Dogs are plagued by these parasites the same way people are.

Mosquitoes are aggressive parasites looking for a blood meal wherever they can find one. Aside from you, your dog is also a target. Here are some ways you can protect your dog f...

Ticks are dangerous parasites. Ticks on dogs can lead to multiple diseases that can be very harmful. Get the facts and learn how to protect yourself and your pet.

If ticks are in the neighborhood, a casual walk through grass or shrubs can result in ticks latching onto your dog. Following are a few ways to treat your dog, home and yard to ...

If fleas are on your dog, you can be sure that they are also in your home. There are three ways you can take action for flea control and prevention: immediate treatment, infesta...

Flea control is very important. It would be a mistake to think of fleas as simply an annoyance for your dog. Fleas can transmit several diseases and heavy flea infestations can ...

While a lazy dog can be easy to take care of, obesity is a serious health risk in canines.

If your dog won't eat, it could be a sign of a number of issues, from anxiety to sickness.

As the weather gets cold, it can become harder to exercise your dog.