Treating Fleas and Ticks in Dogs

Finding one flea or even one tick on your pup should raise alarm bells. Learn how to treat and prevent these parasites, and more.

Tackling Fleas and Tick

How To Get Rid of Fleas on Dogs

April Saylor

How to Check a Dog for Ticks

Hannah Hart, DVM

How To Find, Treat, and Prevent Fleas on Puppies

Brittany Kleszynski, DVM

credelio for dogs; a dog sits on the grass in a park.

Credelio and Credelio Quattro for Dogs

Credelio and Credelio Quattro are monthly prescription antiparasitic medications for dogs. The newest of the two, Credelio Quattro offers 6-in-1 parasite protection.

Molly Price, DVM

Flea and Tick Control 101

The Complete Guide to Flea and Tick Prevention and Treatment for Dogs

Lauren Jones, VMD

How To Choose the Safest Flea and Tick Treatment for Your Dog

PetMD Editorial

How To Choose the Best All-In-One Flea, Tick, and Heartworm Medication for Dogs

PetMD Editorial

Your Flea and Tick Questions Answered

How Long Do Flea and Tick Medications Take to Work on Dogs?

Stephanie Howe, DVM

16 Questions About Ticks on Dogs, Answered

Laci Schaible, DVM, MSL, CVJ

What Is Flea Dirt, and How Do You Get Rid of It?

Barri J. Morrison, DVM

Other Parasites To Protect Against

Tapeworms in Dogs: What Tapeworms Are and How To Get Rid of Them

Molly Price, DVM

Heartworm Disease in Dogs: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

Michael Kearley, DVM

How To Tell if Your Dog Has Worms: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention

Barri J. Morrison, DVM