Skin infections, coughing and pneumonia may also be seen, but are less common. Unfortunately for pet parents, most mature, healthy dogs infected with only a few worms may not show any symptoms and would need to be determined through testing.
Can dogs have worms with no symptoms?
Since worm infestations can sometimes show few to no symptoms, keep an eye out for any or all of these changes in your dog's daily health and appearance: Diarrhea, sometimes containing blood or mucus. Vomiting, which can sometimes contain adult worms. Weight loss, particularly if your dog has a good appetite.
How do I know if my dog has hookworm?
Hookworms are diagnosed with a microscopic examination of a stool sample by a technique called fecal flotation. The stool is mixed with a solution that causes the parasite eggs to float to the top of the solution and adhere to a glass slide placed on its surface.
How long does it take for a dog to show signs of hookworms?
It takes 2 to 3 weeks for hookworms to start laying eggs that can be detected. In the meantime, pets may have no symptoms.
Can you have hookworm and not know it?
Hookworm infection is mainly acquired by walking barefoot on contaminated soil. One kind of hookworm can also be transmitted through the ingestion of larvae. Most people infected with hookworms have no symptoms. Some have gastrointestinal symptoms, especially persons who are infected for the first time.
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