Hookworms are a serious threat to dogs, especially young puppies. They can cause blood loss, weight loss, diarrhea or death. Hookworms live in your dog's digestive system. They must be diagnosed by your veterinarian.
Can a dog recover from hookworms?
Recovery of Hookworms in Dogs If caught early, it usually takes around 3-5 days for symptoms to resolve following medication, and a few weeks to completely eliminate the worms.
How long can hookworms live in dogs?
The life cycle of the hookworm has three stages: egg, larvae, and adult. The microscopic eggs pass through the feces, where they hatch into larvae and contaminate the environment. The larvae can survive for weeks or even months before infecting your dog.
What happens if hookworm goes untreated?
An untreated, severe infection results in blood loss. Blood loss can lead to anemia and protein deficiency. Severe anemia can cause dizziness, fatigue, muscle cramps, shortness of breath and chest pain. Children infected with hookworms over long periods of time can suffer severe effects from lack of iron and protein.
Are dogs in pain when they have hookworms?
The hookworm parasites make their way into the small intestines, sucking blood and causing pain as they go. The problems get worse as the larvae reach the fourth stage, causing anemia and inflammation in the intestine of your dog.
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