Ticks and the diseases they carry are only becoming more common. But new treatments and vaccines might not be too far off.

Lyme disease is a bacterial infection transmitted by black-legged ticks carrying Borrelia burgdorferi. Early symptoms often ...

A long-acting flea and tick treatment from Merck Animal Health has earned approval for dogs at least six months old from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

One story explains what to do if a copperhead bites your dog, including symptoms to watch for and why leashing your pet ...

Ticks live in North Carolina year-round, and can transmit serious illnesses such as Lyme disease, ehrlichiosis, Rocky ...

As you spend more time outside and in nature, it’s important to be aware of your surroundings. While ticks might look like ...