We strip away the hype surrounding natural flea prevention to reveal what actually works, from vacuuming protocols to oils.

I remember, as a young child in the South, walking onto a carpet and having my feet covered in little black dots. At first, I was bewildered, thinking it was just some dirt or dried mud. But as I ...

It's a widespread misunderstanding that fleas are only a problem during the warmer months, but in truth, these pests seek warmth in our homes as the weather cools down. To help pet owners avoid an ...

It’s a common misconception that fleas are only a problem in the warmer months. In reality, colder weather drives these pests indoors in search of warmth and shelter. To help pet owners avoid ...

Dr. Julie Buzby says fleas and ticks behave differently, but early warnings often overlap. With fleas, pet owners may notice quick, repeated scratching around the tail base or neck. Some dogs bite at ...

While most the time itchy skin is harmless, a constant itch could be a telltale sign of a potentially deadly disease - including pancreatic cancer THERE are few things as satisfying as scratching an ...

You've worked hard and lost weight, but now your skin really itches, and it's quite annoying. Might there be a connection between weight loss and itchy skin? Weight loss may not cause itchy skin ...

The retired elephants of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus will be moving to a spacious new home at a Florida conservation center next year, concluding a journey that began in 2015 when the ...

Maggie O’Neill is a health writer and reporter based in New York who specializes in covering medical research and emerging wellness trends, with a focus on cancer and addiction. Prior to her time at ...

Every Malaysian cat owner can probably relate when they see their furry little friends start to scratch themselves a little too often for comfort. It might just seem like a harmless itch at first, but ...

Gnat bites cause small, itchy red bumps that you can treat at home by cleaning and icing the area. You can wear protective clothing and use insect repellents to prevent gnat bites. Over-the-counter ...