Two years ago a parasite that can potentially kill dogs was discovered for the first time on the shores of the Colorado River ...

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, symptoms include redness and itching of the skin while in or after getting out of water.

Signs of a parasite potentially fatal to dogs were reportedly found in the reservoir.

The countryside bursts into a riveting palette of colours this time of year – perfect for long, crisp walks with your dog. But with the change of season also comes a deadly threat to dogs: lungworm.