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. 25 июл. 2018 г.
Can worms be passed from one cat to another?
Roundworms are free-living in the intestines. 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 cats catch roundworms from each other?
Roundworm eggs are passed in the poop of infected cats and other wildlife and can lay dormant in soil, sand pits and litter boxes. These eggs can then spread to other cats if ingested while sniffing around in infected soil, plants or stool.
Should I separate my cats if one has roundworms?
Since it's so easy for other kitties in your home to get the worms from your infected cat's droppings, you'll want to keep him away from his feline family. If your feline friend is still young, he could have worms from his mama.
Should I treat both cats if one has worms?
It is always safest to test all household pet members for parasites (fecal or stool sample) OR treat all household pet members as if they are infected. Treatment may be in the form of liquid, pill, powder or topical medication.
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