Veterinary Parasites
Information on fleas, ticks, mange (mites), worms, giardia, coccidia and other intestinal parasites of veterinary interest. See also: the Cat and Dog Diseases and Condition sections for more parasite information.
Can my pet catch head lice from my kids (and vice versa)?
Dealing with head lice is something most school officials and some parents have first hand knowledge of. Is the family dog at risk if the kids have lice? Is the cat the culprit? A lice parasite infection is termed pediculosis, no matter what species of animal is affected by lice. Read this FAQ to find out more about lice; a class of ectoparasites that affect many animals, including humans.
Dealing with head lice is something most school officials and some parents have first hand knowledge of. Is the family dog at risk if the kids have lice? Is the cat the culprit? A lice parasite infection is termed pediculosis, no matter what species of animal is affected by lice. Read this FAQ to find out more about lice; a class of ectoparasites that affect many animals, including humans.
How to Remove a Tick From Your Pet Or Yourself
There are many ideas about the "best" way to remove a tick, one of the most common tricks being making the tick "angry" enough to back out on its own. The truth is, this can actually make things worse; injecting more possible foreign material into the host (your pet or you) from the tick. Early removal of the tick is very important. Find out how to check for and remove ticks safely in this how to.
There are many ideas about the "best" way to remove a tick, one of the most common tricks being making the tick "angry" enough to back out on its own. The truth is, this can actually make things worse; injecting more possible foreign material into the host (your pet or you) from the tick. Early removal of the tick is very important. Find out how to check for and remove ticks safely in this how to.
Why does my pet have fleas when flea control products are regularly applied?
This FAQ is from a recent forum question. The viewer is frustrated because while she is using flea products regularly on her pet, she is still finding fleas. Why? Read this FAQ to find out more about the flea life cycle and various methods of flea control.
This FAQ is from a recent forum question. The viewer is frustrated because while she is using flea products regularly on her pet, she is still finding fleas. Why? Read this FAQ to find out more about the flea life cycle and various methods of flea control.
Tick Tips - What to do with that tick that you just removed from your pet
Ticks are notorious vectors for a variety of potentially very serious diseases; the most common one being Lyme disease. Learn what to do with that tick once it is safely removed from your pet or from you.
Ticks are notorious vectors for a variety of potentially very serious diseases; the most common one being Lyme disease. Learn what to do with that tick once it is safely removed from your pet or from you.
What are heartworms, and can I catch them from my dog?
Most pet owners have heard of heartworms. But what do heartworms look like and how are they transmitted from animal to animal? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this FAQ.
Most pet owners have heard of heartworms. But what do heartworms look like and how are they transmitted from animal to animal? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this FAQ.
Why do you deworm only once for tapeworms and twice for other worms?
A friend of mine purchased some tapeworm medicine to deworm her cat. She noted that only one dose was needed, unlike the dewormer medication used for other types of worms (roundworms, hookworms, etc.). Was the tapeworm medicine a different dose? Why is only one dose needed? Learn more about tapeworm treatment in this FAQ.
A friend of mine purchased some tapeworm medicine to deworm her cat. She noted that only one dose was needed, unlike the dewormer medication used for other types of worms (roundworms, hookworms, etc.). Was the tapeworm medicine a different dose? Why is only one dose needed? Learn more about tapeworm treatment in this FAQ.
I found tapeworm segments on my pet. What wormer is best?
Tapeworms are a very common parasite of dogs and cats. Transmitted by fleas, this parasite is also transmissible to humans. Treatment for tapeworm infection in pets is easy if the correct drug is used.
Tapeworms are a very common parasite of dogs and cats. Transmitted by fleas, this parasite is also transmissible to humans. Treatment for tapeworm infection in pets is easy if the correct drug is used.
Cat Parasites
Complete listing of parasites specific to felines, both ecto- and endoparasites.
Complete listing of parasites specific to felines, both ecto- and endoparasites.
Dog Parasites
Complete listing of parasites specific to canines, both ecto- and endoparasites.
Complete listing of parasites specific to canines, both ecto- and endoparasites.
Fleas - Additional Resources and Information
Flea-specific page for information on the flea life cycle, signs of flea infestation on pets, and how to control fleas on your pet and in your home.
Flea-specific page for information on the flea life cycle, signs of flea infestation on pets, and how to control fleas on your pet and in your home.
What Is A Cuterebra Parasite?
A Cuterebra parasite is an opportunistic parasite found under the skin of small mammals. This parasite is the larval stage of the Cuterebra fly, who uses animal hosts to complete its life cycle. Learn more about this parasite most commonly seen in summer and fall in this FAQ.
A Cuterebra parasite is an opportunistic parasite found under the skin of small mammals. This parasite is the larval stage of the Cuterebra fly, who uses animal hosts to complete its life cycle. Learn more about this parasite most commonly seen in summer and fall in this FAQ.
What are the best methods to control fleas on my pet and in my house?
Fleas have a complex, 4 stage life cycle. Control of fleas on your pet and in your home must address all stages of this life cycle to stop the problem of flea infestation. This article will cover several different methods that are effective at controlling fleas when used properly.
Fleas have a complex, 4 stage life cycle. Control of fleas on your pet and in your home must address all stages of this life cycle to stop the problem of flea infestation. This article will cover several different methods that are effective at controlling fleas when used properly.
What is the life and life cycle of the flea, and why is flea control so difficult?
Fleas. They make pets' lives miserable, and humans begin to itch just at the thought of them. Vets are often asked what pill, drop, dip, collar, or shampoo works the best to get rid of these persistent parasites. The answer is that there is no single method or insecticide that will completely eradicate (or at least control) a flea problem. The flea life cycle is fairly complex, and understanding the various stages will make it easier to get rid of them.
Fleas. They make pets' lives miserable, and humans begin to itch just at the thought of them. Vets are often asked what pill, drop, dip, collar, or shampoo works the best to get rid of these persistent parasites. The answer is that there is no single method or insecticide that will completely eradicate (or at least control) a flea problem. The flea life cycle is fairly complex, and understanding the various stages will make it easier to get rid of them.
Flea and Tick Facts, Plus Parasite Control Product Overview
Overview from your Guide on pest control, safety measures and tips on fighting fleas and ticks. This is followed by a press release from Farnam Pet Products announcing a new look for their line of parasite products.
Overview from your Guide on pest control, safety measures and tips on fighting fleas and ticks. This is followed by a press release from Farnam Pet Products announcing a new look for their line of parasite products.
Farnam Pet Products Offers D-Worm™ Product For Tapeworm Management - tapeworm treatment now available without a prescription
Farnam Pet Products has introduced a new, over-the-counter product to its existing, effective D-Worm™ line to combat tapeworm infection in pets. D-Worm Tapeworm contains praziquantel, which kills both flea and rabbit-transmitted tapeworms in a single dose within 24-hours, compared to other treatments that take three days to kill only rabbit-transmitted tapeworms.
Farnam Pet Products has introduced a new, over-the-counter product to its existing, effective D-Worm™ line to combat tapeworm infection in pets. D-Worm Tapeworm contains praziquantel, which kills both flea and rabbit-transmitted tapeworms in a single dose within 24-hours, compared to other treatments that take three days to kill only rabbit-transmitted tapeworms.
Selecting Effective Flea And Tick Control
Farnam Pet Products helps you select the best product to fight fleas, ticks, and other pet parasites -- on your pet and in your home.
Farnam Pet Products helps you select the best product to fight fleas, ticks, and other pet parasites -- on your pet and in your home.
The Viewer Viewpoint - Fleas and Ticks
A veterinary medicine viewer from Puerto Rico shares what works for her six dogs to keep fleas and ticks away.
A veterinary medicine viewer from Puerto Rico shares what works for her six dogs to keep fleas and ticks away.
Protection For Horses From Mosquitoes
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recommends that horse owners implement safeguards to prevent animals’ exposure to mosquitoes--because the insects are known to spread the potentially fatal West Nile Virus (WNV).
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recommends that horse owners implement safeguards to prevent animals’ exposure to mosquitoes--because the insects are known to spread the potentially fatal West Nile Virus (WNV).
Fleas and Ticks - Tips and Facts
Statistically, fleas and ticks are bound to infest your favorite feline or best friend. Protect yourself and your pet with flea and tick, and mosquito products available over-the-counter.
Statistically, fleas and ticks are bound to infest your favorite feline or best friend. Protect yourself and your pet with flea and tick, and mosquito products available over-the-counter.
When Fleas And Ticks Invade, Help Is Near
Bio Spot® Flea & Tick Mists for Dogs and Cats are spot-on flea products containing Nylar®, an insect growth regulator. The Nylar prevents any flea eggs from developing into biting, breeding adults for as long as three months.
Bio Spot® Flea & Tick Mists for Dogs and Cats are spot-on flea products containing Nylar®, an insect growth regulator. The Nylar prevents any flea eggs from developing into biting, breeding adults for as long as three months.
West Nile Virus Still Poses Threat: Be Prepared To Protect Pets
Steps pet owners can take to help protect their dogs and cats from West Nile and other diseases carried by mosquitoes, including heartworm. Mosquitoes can also cause skin irritation and allergic reactions in some dogs.
Steps pet owners can take to help protect their dogs and cats from West Nile and other diseases carried by mosquitoes, including heartworm. Mosquitoes can also cause skin irritation and allergic reactions in some dogs.
Coccidia (Coccidiosis)
Easy-to-understand information about this protozoal intestinal parasite, from PetEducation.com.
Easy-to-understand information about this protozoal intestinal parasite, from PetEducation.com.
Cuterebra Species
Life cycle information with photos, from University of Penn School of Veterinary Medicine.
Life cycle information with photos, from University of Penn School of Veterinary Medicine.
Demodectic Mange (Demodex)
Excellent overview of Demodectic mange- localized, generalized, and pododermatits (foot) conditions, complete with an animated mite graphic.
Excellent overview of Demodectic mange- localized, generalized, and pododermatits (foot) conditions, complete with an animated mite graphic.
Fleas - Be Free of Fleas!
From your Guide. A discussion of the flea lifecycle, and why it is important to understand for total flea control. Part I of a series.
From your Guide. A discussion of the flea lifecycle, and why it is important to understand for total flea control. Part I of a series.
Fleas - More...
Links to everything about fleas - life cycle, effective products for flea control, and how to keep your pet healthy from secondary flea problems, such as flea allergy dermatitis.
Links to everything about fleas - life cycle, effective products for flea control, and how to keep your pet healthy from secondary flea problems, such as flea allergy dermatitis.
Fleas - Products
Various flea control products and how they work.
Various flea control products and how they work.
Giardia
How to protect your dog from this diarrhea-causing protozoan. (See also - Zoonotic Diseases for human health articles.)
How to protect your dog from this diarrhea-causing protozoan. (See also - Zoonotic Diseases for human health articles.)
Heartworm
Detailed overview of the transmission, signs, treatment, and prevention of this parasitic disease.
Detailed overview of the transmission, signs, treatment, and prevention of this parasitic disease.
Heartworm - Dogs and Cats
Links to more information on heartworm disease in dogs and cats.
Links to more information on heartworm disease in dogs and cats.
Heartworm Disease In Cats
Links to more information on this parasitic disease, with specific information relating to felines.
Links to more information on this parasitic disease, with specific information relating to felines.
Ringworm (Dermatophytosis)
(Ringworm is not technically a parasite, but included here to be complete.) Interesting historical perspective on ringworm, in addition to how veterinarians diagnose and treat this fungus in pets. (See also Cats - Ringworm)
(Ringworm is not technically a parasite, but included here to be complete.) Interesting historical perspective on ringworm, in addition to how veterinarians diagnose and treat this fungus in pets. (See also Cats - Ringworm)
Ringworm (Dermatophytosis)
Detailed discussion on feline Ringworm.
Detailed discussion on feline Ringworm.
Facts About Ringworm
Jazzy music on this site makes Ringworm fun. (OK, not fun, but good information here from Chick Newman PhD, DVM)
Jazzy music on this site makes Ringworm fun. (OK, not fun, but good information here from Chick Newman PhD, DVM)
Sarcoptic Mange
Concise, easy-to-understand, overview of this parasitic disease (with photos), from the Animal Dermatology Specialty Clinic.
Concise, easy-to-understand, overview of this parasitic disease (with photos), from the Animal Dermatology Specialty Clinic.
Sarcoptic Mange
Diagram of this parasite, along with photos of a dog and cat with this disease, help the viewer understand the condition caused by this parasite. Treatment is also discussed.
Diagram of this parasite, along with photos of a dog and cat with this disease, help the viewer understand the condition caused by this parasite. Treatment is also discussed.
Sarcoptic Mange
Detailed discussion of this mite infestation in humans, complete with photos and diagrams.
Detailed discussion of this mite infestation in humans, complete with photos and diagrams.
Tick Removal
How to safely remove a tick from you or your pet.
How to safely remove a tick from you or your pet.
Tick Removal
Forget the hot match technique. Find out how to safely remove a tick. From your Veterinary Medicine Guide.
Forget the hot match technique. Find out how to safely remove a tick. From your Veterinary Medicine Guide.