Fleas are a year-round problem in the South, both indoors and out. “They’re carried into your yard by wildlife such as squirrels, raccoons, opossums, mice, and deer,” says Eric Benson, PhD, professor ...

There's something special about walking through your backyard, enjoying your own personal slice of wilderness. Your morning stroll might include watching your dog sniff around their favorite spot or ...

A child inspecting the grass with a magnifying glass. - Catherine Delahaye/Getty Images When you walk outside and take a deep breath, the scent of fresh plants and grass wakes your senses like a warm ...