Hunting dogs of all ages and breeds are likely to encounter ticks at some point in their lives. “Historically we had a seasonality to our ticks,” Cincinnati-area veterinarian Dr. Mark Hayes tells ...

Ticks can burrow into your dog's skin, causing irritation and tick-borne diseases with serious health implications. You may notice signs of a tick bite, like scratching or paw licking, or find ticks ...

No matter how much you pamper your furry friend, sometimes it's just impossible to avoid contact with ticks. That's why you need to know the best ways to keep them away from your dog, just like a vet ...

Deer and dog ticks are both parasites that can spread disease. They differ in size, the specific diseases they can carry, and where they’re found. Deer ticks and dog ticks are both types of ticks.

If you think you’re noticing more ticks than normal this spring, you may be on to something. But fear not, because these aren’t the ticks that carry Lyme disease. Experts say the species that’s having ...

Ticks only crawl, they don’t fly or even jump. They hang around on the tip of blade of grass or a leaf, usually on a well-used path. They have their front claws extended, waiting for a warm body — ...