Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter answers questions about pet care. Also this week: Is it true that only male cats spray?

If your dog is doing a lot of scratching, take a look at their coat. If you see little brown dirt-like specs, particularly around the base of the tail (fleas love this spot) it could be flea dirt ...

If your dog doesn’t travel much, or spend time with other dogs, then they probably got fleas from your backyard. My dog just goes on walks, so I’m assuming she got fleas from my backyard.

In the fight against fleas, you have many options to keep your dog free of harmful infestations. In addition to preventive products and medications, flea shampoo for dogs is a reliable option.

Keeping your dog protected from fleas can help avoid discomfort and health issues, especially if your pet is active or spends ...

My dog has fleas.If I was tuning a ukulele this would not be a bad thing.But I don’t own a ukulele, and even if I did I don’t understand how strumming it and repeating the phrase “my dog has ...

Dear Cathy, The flea problem in South Florida is bad. I have tried external drops, flea collars and chewables, and they do not work. My dog has been miserable. Intuitively, to put something inside … ...

Flea shampoos control pests while they clean your dog In the fight against fleas, you have many options to keep your dog free of harmful infestations. In addition to preventive products and ...

Roscoe is a 5-year-old mixed breed dog who came into the shelter as a stray. He is a bit on the shy side, but once he has time to adjust becomes a really nice guy.