With nearly 700 cases of fleaborne typhus reported in Texas, urban centers are urged to tackle flea infestations to protect pets and families as the season changes.

Cats and humans share intimate spaces, and with that comes the risk of illnesses transmitting from one to another. Luckily, many of them are rare.

Just like humans, cats can occasionally twitch in their sleep. In most cases, this body movement is normal and shouldn’t be ...

For the budget-conscious treasure hunter, Bussey’s is a paradise where $25 can go surprisingly far. That amount might get you a single entrée at a mid-range restaurant, but at Bussey’s, it could ...

Lethargy in cats is something I have encountered frequently in my 14 years as a veterinary surgeon. It is a very common reason for owners to bring their cats into the clinic, often describing them as ...

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KJCT) -Mosquitos in Grand Junction have tested positive for West Nile Virus. The positive result was confirmed by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment’s ...

Fleas are small, flat, oval-shaped insects with hard shells covered in hairs. They are dark or reddish-brown in color and measure around 1.5–3mm long. It may be hard to see them, especially if your ...

Do we need to worry? When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Can cat fleas live on humans? If you have a feline friend in your family ...

Every so often, a kitten comes along with markings so unusual you can’t stop staring. That is exactly the case with this tiny Tortoiseshell kitten, whose face looks like it belongs to two completely ...