Lyme disease can be difficult to diagnose because many dogs don't show symptoms.

Extra water bottle for your dog (that's pricier than yours)? Check. Trusty, durable leash? Check. You're set for a great outdoor adventure (even if it's a trip to the local park or a walk through the ...

WASHINGTON (AP) — Ticks can be active in any season and it's important to check for and remove the bloodsuckers as quickly as possible — especially after you've been outside hiking, gardening or ...

New tick-borne bacteria discovered in dogs in the US, Rickettsia finnyi, is very similar to canine spotted fever.

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