Blog: Parasites
Tapeworm Talk
Echinococcus multi-locularis is a tapeworm that has become more prevalent over the last few years in Alberta.
What Do I Need To Know About Fleas? By Debra Briton, RAHT
General Information Fleas are one of the most common external parasites of companion animals. Flea control can be a real challenge for Veterinarians and pet owners because the adult fleas cause the clinical signs, yet the majority of the flea population (eggs, pupae, and larvae) are to be found off…
What To Do If You Find A Tick On Your Dog
Ticks are found in Alberta on tall grasses particularly in the spring time. Ticks can transfer on to dogs and people as they brush through the long grass. Ticks are parasites that feed off of the blood of pets & humans. There are two main types of ticks: hard ticks…
My dog has worms what do I do?
If you are seeing long ‘spaghetti’ type worms passed in your dog’s feces then the best thing to do is bring a fecal sample to our St. Albert office for analysis and confirm the type of worm that they are. Your dog may also require a complete physical examination by…
