Both home and pet owners know how awful a flea infestation can be. Fleas aren’t just gross and irritating — they’re also vectors, meaning they can carry pathogens and infect humans with viral, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." If your furry friend has fleas, chances are they’ve already brought them into your yard and inside your ...

Most of the time, bugs on your scalp are head lice. But you may also find fleas, ants, or other insects on your head. Here’s what you can do to treat these parasites. A head lice infestation is one of ...

If you're a pet parent, you've probably wondered, "What do fleas look like?" at least once – especially if you've noticed your pet scratching a little more than usual. One of the few downsides of ...

Is your dog or cat itching themselves more often? It could be a sign of fleas - even when it's cold outside. Dr. Aly Cohen, a veterinarian at Cornell University's Riney Canine Health Center, urged pet ...

The human flea is actually rare in Central Europe. However, in Berlin, the parasites are currently spreading—likely due to foxes. PETBOOK editor and biologist Saskia Schneider explains how fleas ...