Pork roundworm infection in dogs is caused by a parasite called Trichinella spiralis. Eating infected or raw pork is usually the cause of the condition. Generally, younger puppies and senior dogs are ...

Four days ago we rescued a 6-month-old puppy from a shelter in the southeast of the United States. My vet says that she has roundworm and warned me that my kids (ages 3-8 years) could get visceral ...

Doggy park lovers, beware: Researchers in Ireland say they’ve pinpointed the park hot spots where roundworms are most likely to infect our precious pups. Scientists at Trinity College in Ireland led ...

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 ...

In an analysis of soil samples from twelve parks in Dublin, Ireland, park entrances were more heavily contaminated with infective roundworm eggs than any other tested park location. In an analysis of ...

Parks are vital public spaces. This is especially true if you’re a parent with energetic children, or an office worker ...

A Woodland Hills family was shocked to learn that a brain-infecting parasite called raccoon roundworm was found in their dog in January. Christian Lopez said he had taken his dog, Ducky, into the vet ...

A healthy dog in the San Fernando Valley was found to be infected with a parasite commonly found in L.A. County raccoons, according to public health officials. During a routine exam, veterinarians ...