Many people love dogs and keep them as pets. But sometimes dogs carry diseases that spread to humans. Many people think only stray dogs carry these sicknesses which is not true. Even healthy pets ...

Dog owners often worry about ticks or fleas, but contagious diseases can sneak in from much more ordinary places, like shared water bowls, city parks, and even your neighbor’s lawn. Some of the most ...

For man’s best friend, pet owners often go to great lengths — whether that’s doggy daycare and specialty pup chow, or late nights at the vet running tests that drain bank accounts. Now, a new study by ...

Clinic says viral infection is species specific ...

Dogs bring joy and companionship, but they can also carry diseases that affect humans. While rabies is widely recognized, there are numerous other dog-borne illnesses, including leptospirosis, ...

Dogs could help predict valley fever spread in humans. A new study finds a strong correlation between occurrence of dog and human disease. Valley fever, or coccidioidomycosis, is caused by a fungus ...

It's tick season at the Shore and across the Mid-Atlantic region, and here's what you need to know if your dog or family pet ...

In California we’re at less risk from tick-borne Lyme disease — but we’re not immune. Here’s what to know about keeping ...