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Can dogs get lungworm from eating grass?

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Slugs and snails carry the lungworm larvae and dogs generally become infected when they play with and consume them. They can also come into contact by eating grass, drinking from puddles, outdoor water bowls or toys that have been left outside in grass as the larvae can be left in the slugs and snails slime trail. 13 янв. 2022 г.


What are the signs of lungworm in dogs?

The most common symptoms of lungworm infection are:Coughing.Changes in breathing or struggling to breathe.Going off food.Upset tummy with vomiting and/or diarrhoea.Loss of weight.Tiredness and depression.Unexplained or excessive bruising.Pale gums.

How does a dog get lungworm?

Dogs can become infected with Crenostoma vulpis by eating slugs or snails, or by eating another animal, such as a frog, mouse or bird that has eaten a slug or snail. The life cycle of other parasitic lungworms that infect dogs are more direct. Adult female worms lay their eggs in the tissues of an infected animal.

How long does it take for a dog to show symptoms of lungworm?

After about 28 days the worms start to produce their own larvae which can lead to serious problems. It can cause haemorrhages in the lungs, liver, intestine, eyes and spinal cord but also pretty much anywhere in the body.

What can I give my dog to prevent lungworm?

How can I prevent lungworm in the first place? The best way to avoid lungworm is to make a monthly preventative treatment part of your dog's regular anti-parasite routine, alongside worming and flea treatments. Speak to your vet about the most effective lungworm treatments available.

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