Dog hookworms are tiny bloodsucking worms that can grow to about 1/4 of an inch in size. The name hookworm is due to the fact that one end of its body is bent in the shape of a hook. Hookworms attach themselves to the intestinal lining by means of structures that are equivalent to teeth. These teeth hold the hookworms in place and allow them to feed off the dog's body while causing severe damage ...More on Dog Parasites Grds
While you are grooming your dog, you notice that his coat seems to be shedding abnormally. You also notice that your dog is scratching and licking himself frantically. You check his coat to see if you can find any signs of fleas, ticks, or lice, but find instead what look like big pimples and scaly skin. Every day that goes by the symptoms seem to be getting worse. Your dog may be suffering from s...More on Dog Parasites Grds
Sometimes even a clean, well-groomed dog can be a host to different types of unwanted parasites.One of these unwanted parasites is called dog lice.Dog lice infestation is not common among dogs in this country, especially those that live in a clean environment and get proper care and attention. However, you should still be aware of their symptoms and know how to deal with the problem should it occ...More on Dog Parasites Grds
The heartworm got its name from the fact that this parasite actually inhabits the heart of dogs where they can grow as long as 11 inches. Mature heartworms create young heartworms called microfilaria. These young heartworms circulate through your dog's bloodstream during a mosquito bite. When the mosquito bites your dog, it can ingest these tiny young heartworms and then later infect another dog. ...More on Dog Parasites Grds
One important aspect of a responsible dog owner is to prevent the spread of disease from dogs to humans. The most effective way of preventing this is through proper hygiene, careful sanitation practices and keeping your dog healthy by avoiding scratches and bites. There are two common parasites that transmit disease through their waste: roundworm and hookworm. Dog Roundworms Roundworm is a pa...More on Dog Parasites Grds
Every time you groom your dog, it is very important that you carefully examine his coat and skin. Aside from making sure that the coat and skin are clean, you should also check to make sure that your dog is free of any type of parasite on your dog that can cause various diseases and other problems. One very common parasite that causes serious irritation to your dog is the dog flea. Dog fleas caus...More on Dog Parasites Grds
Tapeworms are made up of tiny segments that look like grains of rice. Each of these segments may contain eggs. Tapeworms cause severe itching and discomfort on dogs around the anus. Tapeworm segments can be seen clearly in the feces. There are two types of tapeworms. One type, Dipylidium Caninum, can only affect dogs. The other type of tapeworm can affect humans and cause an illness called the H...More on Dog Parasites Grds
There are only two ways in which you can effectively prevent heartworms from attacking your dog and becoming a problem. The first one is to never let any mosquito that carries heartworm get inside your house and near your dog. The second is to never let your dog go outside of your house, even in your own yard, during mosquito season. These ideas might make sense if you lived in a house with no do...More on Dog Parasites Grds
Have you noticed that your dog has been scratching his ears a lot lately? When you took a closer look at his ears to find out what is causing him to scratch so much, did you notice that his ear has a dark discoloration? Did you also notice a foul smelling discharge emanating from the stained ear? Your dog just might have ear mites. What exactly are ear mites and how do you get rid of them? Will e...More on Dog Parasites Grds
Canine Scabies, which is also known as Sarcoptic mange, is a highly contagious infestation of a burrowing mite called Sarcoptes scabiei canis. The canine sarcoptic mite can also infest humans, cats, pigs, horses, sheep and various other species. Sarcoptes scabiei canis mites dig into and through the skin, causing intense itching and crusting, and the area can quickly become infected. Hair loss a...More on Dog Parasites Grds
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