Dr. Elizabeth Yuko is a bioethicist and adjunct professor of ethics at Fordham University. She has written for The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Atlantic, Rolling Stone, CNN & Playboy.

No dog would ever believe it, but it turns out that when it comes to getting rid of common fleas, the vacuum cleaner is man’s best friend. So conclude researchers at Ohio State University who ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — It’s an all-too-familiar scenario pet owners dread. First, your furry friend can’t stop scratching. Then you are itching, too! You guessed it–Your pet and your home are infested ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images What kills dog fleas instantly? This is one of the questions I’m asked most ...

Fleas thrive in warmer weather, and the summer months often bring a rush of infestations of the annoying bugs. But it's not just pets that can suffer - fleas can cause a health hazard for their owners ...

Q: Last week you wrote about controlling fleas. I wanted to add this tip. We had a huge problem after some neighbors moved, and even after treating our dog, house and yard, we still had fleas. Our ...

Summer is a beautiful time of year to be outside, but all those long walks with Fido might eventually lead to a horrifying discovery—finding fleas jumping around on your couch or carpet. If your dog ...

When dog and cat owners notice their pet excessively scratching, biting, and licking, many of them associate these signs with fleas. With so many products on the market for flea treatment and ...