RICHMOND, Va., — Dr. Richard Marconi has studied ticks and the diseases they carry for decades. He first joined VCU’s School of Medicine back in 1994. Before that, he worked with Dr. Willy Burgdorfer ...

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 ...

The Asian longhorned tick is a relatively new species in the United States that can transmit diseases like Rocky Mountain ...

A recent study shows blacklegged ticks (Ixodes scapularis) are actually really good at surviving extreme cold and heat in nature. Previous lab research suggests that even short periods of especially ...

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 ...

With tick-borne illnesses on the rise, it’s important to know what diseases these tiny parasites can transmit, as well as how to prevent them. Anaplasmosis is one such disease caused by ticks on dogs.

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To keep your furry friend free from diseases and irritation when you go out, using one of the best tick repellents for dogs is essential. Fleas and ticks can cause major health problems and discomfort ...