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Cats spending more time indoors during the winter can increase toxoplasmosis threat to humans. (Photo: Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife )
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Mitigating the threat of toxoplasmosis this winter

As temperatures drop, outdoor cats may spend more time indoors, which calls for attention to a health threat — the “cat parasite.” Read More

Little girl is having fun with golden retriever on a green grass. (Photo: iStock - Vasyl Dolmatov)
Health & Wellness, Home and Family, Pets

Furry friends can increase healthy trends

Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory officials are reminding pet owners that with rising mosquito populations comes the need for testing and prevention against heartworms. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife)
Home and Family, Pets

Dog owners encouraged to be aware of heartworm risk as temperatures rise



Teppo Lily (Photo: iStock - itasun)

Felines not a purr-fect match for Easter lilies and similar flowers