From diagnosis to the brutal treatment process, here's what veterinary professionals wish every dog owner understood about heartworm infection.

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From snails to skunks, squirrels to cicadas, most of our neighbors are quiet and seldom interact with us, but they play ...

Dogs eat grass for a number of reasons, ranging from fiber cravings to stomach troubles. It may also just be they like the way it tastes.

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Once confined to Latin America, Chagas disease – a potentially deadly parasitic infection that is spread in a gross way – is ...

Learn how routine check-ups, diagnostic screenings, and a focus on nutrition and behavior lead to a happy, healthy pet.

Wondering why your dog eats poop and other gross things? Experts share a few key reasons, along with some guidance on ...

There's a reason dogs have a reputation for being a "human's best friend." This special connection isn’t just a modern phenomenon—this bond dates back thousands of years—as in, before we had ...

MiDOG has contributed a large share of high-quality, publicly available parasite genomes. Currently, 50% of the thorny-headed ...