While humans certainly suffer from swatting pesky mosquitoes away during this time of year, pets can get quite ill and even ...

Triatomines, also known as kissing bugs, can become infected and transmit Chagas disease — or T. cruzi infection — to humans or dogs. (Getty Images) ...

If your dog tirelessly bites or scratches the irritated area, you may purchase an E-collar. This would limit their movement and prevent them from creating open sores that can lead to infection.

Kissing bugs also can feed on dogs and wild animals, according to Texas A&M. Dogs infected with the Chagas parasite can get heart disease. How to fend off an unwanted 'kiss' from the kissing bug?