A dangerous tapeworm, not found in Pacific Northwest wildlife until this year, is more widespread than researchers expected.

Dr. Bethany Hsia graduated from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine in 2010. After graduation, she moved west. Dr. Bethany spent a year at a small animal-exclusive practice in ...

UW researchers find a dangerous tapeworm in Washington coyotes, raising potential concerns for dogs and humans.

ROCHESTER — If your dog or cat gets to romp around outside a lot, especially in natural areas, he or she may come across an irresistible, yet flea-infested animal or animal carcass on which to chomp.

Tapeworm is a gross thing for your dog to have. So are allergic dermatitis and Lyme disease. And yet, lots of people let their dogs get all of these things. They don’t do it on purpose, they just ...

Multiple types of parasitic worms can be passed from dogs to humans, including roundworms and hookworms. Practicing good hygiene is the best way to prevent worms from spreading. If you suspect your ...

You may have heard the phrase “where there's smoke, there’s fire.” Smoke is a sign that you need to be looking for a fire to put out. Well, I will steal from that phrase and tell you, “Where there are ...

A recent study by researchers at the UW reveals a deadly parasite in local coyotes that transfers to dogs and humans.