FAQ

Chigger bites on dogs usually last less than a week, as the mites feed for a few days and then detach, with lingering itching gradually subsiding.

Chigger bites on dogs typically last no longer than a week, as the mites do not remain on the host long-term.

Topical treatments containing permethrin or fipronil can kill chiggers instantly when applied according to veterinary guidance.

No, chiggers do not transfer from dogs to humans. People acquire chiggers from the environment, not directly from their pets.

Chigger bites on dogs appear as red bumps, rashes, or patches of irritated skin, often in areas with little fur such as the belly, feet, face, ears, and around the eyes.

Treatment involves bathing the dog to remove mites, using prescribed antiparasitics, managing itching with anti-inflammatory medications, and preventing secondary infections.

Chigger bites in dogs are caused by the larvae of trombiculid mites, which inject enzymes into the skin, leading to intense itching, red bumps, and possible secondary infections.

One ounce of chocolate is roughly the size of a standard rectangular matchbox or about one square from a chocolate bar.

Cats typically show symptoms of chocolate poisoning within 2 to 12 hours after ingestion.

One ounce of chocolate typically looks like a small square or two of a standard chocolate bar, and even this small amount can be toxic to cats.