Blogs Posts on "Parasites"
13 of Nature’s Most Disgusting Parasites by WebEcoist on Nov 9, 2009They eat human brains and eyeballs, turn snails into pulsating zombies, grow up to 25 feet long in people’s intestines and eat the tongues of fish. Symbiotic relationships may be common in nature, but that doesn’t mean that all parasites are bene...
Are Worms Getting A Free Ride In Your Horse? by Horse Guidelines on Nov 6, 2009 Deworming is an integral part of proper horse care to ensure a healthy, happy horse. Parasite control for horses has come a long ways in the last five decades. Parasites can cause numerous health problems with your horse which include co...
Dogs FAQ by Dog Info on Nov 5, 2009“Constantly” bark dogs?I have had two chow mix dogs for nine years. Today I received a warning from animal control that they are disturbing the peace. The officer also states to “find a channel to quiet them immediately or a citatio...
A Material Based on Sharkskin Stops Bacterial Breakouts by Technology Review on Oct 29, 2009A whale’s skin is easily glommed up with barnacles, algae, bacteria and other sea creatures, but sharks stay squeaky-clean. Although these parasites can pile onto a shark’s rippled skin too, they can’t take hold and thus simply wash away. Now s...
What Is Alternative Heartworm Treatment For Dogs? by Dog Info on Oct 16, 2009Heartworm infection in dogs is an extremely serious but preventable disease. If heartworms are left untreated, they can kill their host (i.e. your beloved pooch). Heartworms are parasites that are transmitted from animal to animal by mosquitoes. Let&...
Cat Parasite Problems by Your Loving Cat on Sep 10, 2009Image by Stacy Lynn Baum via FlickrWhen your family feline has parasites, just remember that it bears no reflection necessarily on your own hygiene habits. You can maintain a super clean home. You can wash and groom your pet regularly. You can treat...
Blog Post: Strippers, Parasites, and Beer. by ChrisHokeBlog.com on Sep 1, 2009Just returned from Crescent City (yesterday), near the California/Oregon border, where the band played a fan’s birthday party. Very nice, great food, great people who love blues and country and classic rock. Also, free rooms which meant beer-fu...
Blog Post: Dancers, Parasites, and Beer. by ChrisHokeBlog.com on Sep 1, 2009Just returned from Crescent City (yesterday), near the California/Oregon border, where the band played a fan’s birthday party. Very nice, great food, great people who love blues and country and classic rock. Also, free rooms which meant beer-fu...
Parasite Museum as Hot Dating Spot? by BionicBong on Jul 20, 2009Are you tired of exploring parks, temples, or nice restaurants in Tokyo with your partner? Then, I recommend trying something a little different like the Meguro Parasitological Museum. This museum is literally showing specimens of parasites. You...
“Parasitic worms: Just what the doctor ordered?” by Blog4Brains on Jul 13, 2009Snipped from NewScientist.com. Got allergies? Get worms! As nasty as that sounds, a scientist in the 70’s actually gave himself worms to prevent his allergic reactions to allergens. And, it worked! It seems as though more and more evidence is c...
