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Are worms in kittens contagious?

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Roundworms do not require an intermediate host to spread from cat to cat, but can be transmitted by ingesting the eggs that are passed in the feces of an infected cat. Hookworms are one of the most significant intestinal parasites of the cat.


Can kittens pass worms to humans?

Can Humans Get Worms From Cats? Yes, humans can contract worm infections from cats by coming into direct contact with contaminated feces or soil. Common modes of transmission include: Children playing in sandboxes where cats have defecated.

Can my other cats get worms from my kitten?

These eggs can infect other cats in two ways. First, a cat may eat (ingest) eggs directly from a contaminated environment. Second, if another animal eats the eggs (eg, a mouse or rat), these can act as 'intermediate hosts' and pass on the infection to a cat if it preys on (and eats) the infected intermediate host.

Is it safe to be around a cat with worms?

Roundworms can cause disease in humans if we unknowingly eat the microscopic eggs that infected cats and dogs shed in their feces. If stools are not picked up by owners, any parasite eggs present will disperse in grass and soil as the stool decays.

Can I get worms from kissing my kitten?

Can I get worms from kissing my cat? Even though worms are common, they are internal parasites, which means that for the most part they live inside their host. Touching and even kissing your cat's body can be considered low-risk, as long as you're not putting your hands or mouth near their rear end.

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