About Pets: Pesky Pet Parasites

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Pets From Alyson Burgess, your About Pets Editor All pets, regardless of species, can become hosts to a wide array of parasites. Not only can parasite infestations be uncomfortable for your pet, they can pose serious health risks to both the pet itself and the rest of your family if left untreated. Check out the articles below for advice on preventing and dealing with some of the most common pet parasites. Knowing how parasites work, how they are transmitted, and how to get rid of them will help you provide the best possible care for your pet! Tick Prevention for Puppies It can be hard to decide on safe ways to prevent external parasites in young puppies, but in this handy article by your Guide to Puppies, Amy Shojai, you'll find that keeping your pup tick-free can be easier than you thought! See More About:  ticks  parasites  fleas FAQ: Deworming Your Horse Like any pet, a horse can be affected by intestinal parasites like worms. Check out the information in this horse deworming FAQ to learn how to keep your horse or pony happy, healthy, and worm-free! See More About:  equine parasites  horse care  horse illness Parasites that Affect Dogs and Cats Dogs and cats can be affected by a host of parasites including fleas, ticks, worms, mites, and other creepy crawlies. Fortunately, there are ways to prevent them. Check out this great article on pet parasite prevention by your Guide to Veterinary Medicine, Janet Tobiassen Crosby, DVM. Your pet will thank you! See More About:  veterinary parasites  worms  fleas Parasites in Saltwater Fish Many people don't realize that "wet pets" like fish can fall victim to parasites as well. Read on to learn how to identify parasites in your fish tank and get rid of them the easy way! See More About:  fish diseases  parasites  Pets Ads Pet Parasites Symptoms Human Parasite Worms Dog Pet Store Worms in Puppies Featured Articles What is a Parasite? Parasites in Cats Ich in Freshwater Fish Exotic Pet Lice Pet Birds and Parasites Common Worms in Dogs   More from About.com Should You Go Back to School? Have you been thinking about resuming your education? These eight questions may help you figure it out. More> 5 Tips for Adult Students Whether it's finding the money or worrying about tests, going back to school can be stressful for adult students. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Pets newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Advertisement