Hookworms are a common intestinal parasite of puppies. Depending on the species, they suck blood or take bites out of the wall of the dog's small intestine, which can result in severe bleeding. All ...

Canine hookworms are becoming increasingly resistant to drugs across Australia, according to research published in the International Journal of Parasitology. Scientists at The University of Queensland ...

Multiple types of parasitic worms can be passed from dogs to humans, including roundworms and hookworms. Practicing good hygiene is the best way to prevent worms from spreading. If you suspect your ...

Hookworms -- a common parasite in animals -- have become resistant to multiple deworming drugs used to kill them, a new study finds. Veterinarians typically use three types of drugs to kill hookworms, ...

Hookworms are one of the most common parasites plaguing the companion animal world. They use their hooklike mouths to latch onto an animal’s intestines, where they feast on tissue fluids and blood.

Hookworms are one of the most common parasites plaguing the companion animal world. They use their hooklike mouths to latch onto an animal's intestines, where they feast on tissue fluids and blood.

No one likes to think about parasites, but learning more will help you keep your family safe. The thought of parasitic worms certainly makes lots of people feel squeamish, so you’re not alone if this ...

Right now, U.S. veterinarians rely on three types of drugs to kill the hookworms, but the parasites appear to becoming resistant to all of them. Dog hookworms can also infect humans. Hookworms are one ...