You may see whole worms, parts of worms or worm eggs in your pet's stool or vomit. Worms or eggs can also sometimes migrate to a cat's anus, getting stuck in the fur. Change in coat: If your cat is infested with a parasite, their fur may appear dull, rumpled or clumped due to lack of nutrients or dehydration.
Can cats get worms on their skin?
Cats can become infected by drinking contaminated water or eating an infected animal, such as a frog. Signs of worm infestation include snake-like, swollen tracks under the skin and crater-like red ulcers on the skin's surface. Treatment requires careful extraction of the worm by a veterinarian.
What does it look like when a cat has worms?
Roundworms may not cause any symptoms, but major infections can cause vomiting, weight loss, or a pot-bellied appearance. Tapeworm segments look like dried grains of rice or flat white sunflower seeds, and are often moving or crawling around the rectum. Tapeworms tend to be more common in older cats and cats that hunt.
Do cats have parasites on their fur?
Feline ectoparasites are often found through direct examination. However, since cats are good groomers the parasites can often be missed. Fleas can be found with a simple flea comb; however, lice and mites need to be examined under a microscope after collecting some samples of skin and fur.
How does my cat have worms but no fleas?
Another easy way for your cat to contract worms is by indirect contact. Even if your kitty never goes outside, there's a good chance that members of the household come and go daily. Having a dog in the same home could bring back a parasite such as a roundworm after a walk, or playdate.
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