Dogs and cats can become infected with tapeworms by swallowing infected fleas, while hunting or scavenging, or when eating uncooked meat or innards of a dead animal. Symptoms of flea tapeworm infection in dogs include an itchy rear end, vomiting and diarrhea.
Can worms transfer from cats to dogs?
Yes, dogs can get worms from felines. People may think specific strains of worms cannot be transmitted between species, but a number of worms can, in fact, be transmitted from cats to your dog.
How are roundworms transmitted from cats to dogs?
Dogs and cats infected with these worms contaminate an area by passing worm eggs or larvae in their feces (poop). A dog or cat can be infected when they swallow dirt with dog or cat feces that has worm eggs or larvae.
Can my dog get tapeworm from my cat?
YES! Fido can indeed catch tapeworms from Mr. Whiskers, albeit indirectly. Most commonly, tapeworm is spread among household pets by an intermediate host such as a flea.
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