It was 1962 and I was at Curt and Gary’s house, my neighbors, and playing Parcheesi or Monopoly on a Saturday evening. At the same time, “Chiller Theatre” was airing in its usual Saturday slot. Well, ...

Stinging caterpillars actually aren’t stinging you and injecting venom, like a wasp would," says Eric Benson, PhD, professor ...

Ticks aren't just small insects; they're dangerous parasites that can make your pet very ill. These blood-sucking parasites ...

Three years later, while at a dinner with colleagues on a business trip to Chicago, the defibrillator reminded him it was ...

The author holding Huey, rescue dog extraordinaire. (Courtesy David Rubin) Despite those various bumps in the road ... As he became more comfortable in his own skin and brought happy do-you ...

The avant-garde playwright Eugène Ionesco's 1959 play "Rhinocéros" satirized blind acquiescence to fascism and Nazism. Unfortunately, it’s relevant again.

Granulomatous Skin Infections. Malassezia pachydermatis, a zoophilic species that commonly colonizes dogs, cats, and other small mammals, is a very rare cause of warty papules and plaques on human ...

Dr. Hannah recommends making a habit out of doing a 'tick check' anytime your dog returns from outdoors ... particular ...

Just like humans, pets can experience reactions to allergens like pollen, mold and dust. In fact, it’s not uncommon for pets to deal with symptoms ranging from itchy skin to constant sneezing.

The best flea shampoos for dogs can certainly help kill live ... Signs of fleas include increased scratching, small red bumps on your puppy's skin, or flea dirt. Since fleas and ticks are often ...

Our pups stress-tested a range of dog beds, too. To find our winners ... Maintenance tip: Fluff up your bed upon waking to avoid lumps and bumps. “With the exception of sleeping outdoors, I’ve tried ...