Parasites in Dogs: Worms, Fleas, Ticks, and Mites - A dog could
be infected with as many as 250 heartworms that are up to 16
inches long - You can have ticks in your own backyard… anytime
of the year! - A dog with only 25 fleas gets bitten 600 times a
day The Truth About Parasites in Dogs Parasites, such as worms,
ticks, fleas, and mites, are organisms that thrive by feeding
off of other creatures. It’s common for dogs to become infected
at some point in their lives, but left untreated parasites can
cause serious damage to your pet's health and quality of life.
Monitoring your dog for changes in behavior, eating habits or
water consumption will help you determine if your dog has
parasites. Discover Which Dog Parasite Risks Exist in Your State
Click a state on the map below to get important information
about your region’s parasite risk. See National Parasite Risk »
Some infected dogs have no symptoms. The only way to detect and
properly treat internal parasites is through testing. There are
many parasites that