No. Canine atopic dermatitis is a lifelong condition that typically gets worse with age if untreated. Here's what to expect and what actually helps.

Technically, for a while. But untreated heartworm is progressive and fatal, causing permanent heart and lung damage. Treatment works. Skipping it doesn't.

Outdoors, usually not. Indoors, absolutely. Your heated home is a year-round flea habitat. Here's what Ontario pet owners need to know.

It's usually normal behaviour, not a sign of illness. Less than 25% of dogs vomit after eating grass. Here's what the research actually says.

Ticks can survive days underwater and flushing destroys the specimen your vet needs to identify. Here's what to do with a tick instead.

Yes. Fleas hitch rides on clothing, enter through doors, and travel between apartment units. Indoor-only cats are not immune. Here's how it happens.

Dead ticks sometimes fall off within 24-48 hours, but their mouthparts can stay embedded. Don't wait. Remove dead ticks manually to avoid irritation and infection.

Yes. 95% of a flea infestation is in your home, not on your dog. Treating only the dog leaves thousands of eggs, larvae, and pupae cycling in your carpets.

Ticks survive most wash cycles but 6 minutes in a dryer on high heat kills them all. Here's the right laundry order after a walk in Oakville's trails.