A Simple Guide to External Parasites in Dogs originally appeared on PetHelpful. Here's what you need to know about common skin parasites in dogs.Photo by Bethany Ferr As a fellow dog owner, you ... Parasites in dogs are common and may be found both internally and externally.

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They can irritate dogs greatly and lead to serious health problems affecting other pets or even humans. Fortunately, ... External parasites, such as fleas and ticks, live on the body of the host and produce an infestation. The Washington Post on MSN: Ask a vet: How do I protect my pet from fleas, ticks and other parasites?

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Parasites, including ticks, fleas, worms and more, can wreak havoc on your petโ€™s health, and create headaches and messes for you. Ask a vet: How do I protect my pet from fleas, ticks and other parasites? Reading Eagle: Protect dog from intestinal parasites with monthly dewormer [Ask the Vet] A disease-causing tapeworm that can infect dogs โ€” and sometimes humans โ€” has been found in more than a third of coyotes in the Puget Sound region. Why it matters: In rare cases, this parasite can ...