Cats and dogs are exposed to a variety of parasites and diseases when they spend time outdoors. Pets encounter many risks ...

A newly confirmed bacterial species, Rickettsia finnyi, has been identified in dogs with symptoms resembling Rocky Mountain spotted fever.

They are known as man’s best friend, offering their owners companionship, love, and an excuse to get some outdoor exercise.

A new study found that both big and small dogs can change indoor air quality, sometimes emitting more particles than their owners.

Health officials are urging pet owners and landscapers to be aware as a bacterial disease detected in central Illinois this month poses a potential threat to pets. Tularemia killed several squirrels ...

Scientists found that dogs can influence indoor air by releasing gases, particles, and microbes while living with people.

Family dogs boost teenagers’ mental health – by changing microbes that live in their bodies, according to a new study. Researchers found that pet pooches prompt changes in the microbiome, the ...

Not only do dogs make great companions, dogs’ microbiomes may actually help keep their owners healthy, according to The New York Times. Animals like dogs bring with them their own cocktail of bacteria ...

PETALING JAYA: For pet parents, it’s heart-breaking watching a beloved pet fall ill. The worry can be overwhelming, particularly if the illness is life-threatening or even transmissible to humans.

*Many pet owners go above and beyond to spoil their pets but neglect to clean their pet’s bowls. Pets can be exposed to harmful bacteria, mold, and other health risks if this routine chore is ignored.