Blog: Parasite Awareness

PARASITES 101: The Internal Parasites in Pets!

“My dog does not interact with other dogs.” “We only walk Fido around the block.” “My cat never goes outside.” These are some quotes from pet owners that we hear when discussing deworming. There are many myths re: worms and your pets. The fact is that your pet CAN get worms…

Ear Mites & Your Cat

What is an Ear Mite? The ear mite (Otodectes cynotis) is a parasite that typically lives in the ears of cats, dogs, rabbits, and ferrets. These are barely visible to the naked eye. This is one of the most common external parasites found on cats, second only to fleas. What…

My Dog Has Worms?!

Did your dog vomit worms?  Have some in the feces?  Found little ‘rice-like’ segments stuck to the fur around the bum/tail, inching around?  Or simply had diarrhea and was found on fecal exam? This can obviously be disconcerting, but is relatively easy to take care of. Roundworms, Hookworms, Whipworms, and…

Ackkk! We have Fleas!

The best way to keep the fleas away is PREVENTION! Prevention is the absolute key when it comes to fleas. Do not think for one minute that Princess or Fido is immune to them. If you are not taking preventive measures there WILL come a time where your furry friend…