If your dog has worms, you may find small grain-like worms in their poop. Tiny worm eggs may also be present in your dog's poop, but these are usually harder to spot. You may also notice ...

You might think worms are only a concern when they show up in your pet’s poop. However, most dogs and cats who are diagnosed with worms don’t have visible parasites. Many times the presence of ...

Dog ownership in D.C. brings companionship and joy but also a messy problem: uncollected dog poop. Environmental hazards and ...

Experts have explained why flushing human waste down the loo is very different to chucking cat poo - and even litter - down ...

The researchers pointed out that because parasite eggs can become infective after a couple of days. This may also explain why dogs generally eat poop that's no more than a day or two old.

Playgrounds are “hotspots” for dangerous parasites found in dog poop, according to new Irish research that has led to zoologists calling for more bins and better signage to protect children.

T. canis is one of the most common dog parasites around, with roughly 11% of the world’s canines thought to be carrying these infections. Dogs are its definitive host, meaning that they’re needed for ...

Zoonotic parasites such as roundworms and hookworms ... ensuring a safer community for everyone. Dog Poop Awareness Day might not be glamorous, but it’s a chance to help keep our pets healthy ...