Did you know? 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.
Can hookworms kill a dog?
It is not uncommon for young puppies to die from severe hookworm infections. Dogs may also exhibit coughing in severe cases. "It is not uncommon for young puppies to die from severe hookworm infections."
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.
Is hookworm life-threatening?
Ancylostoma spp., also known as hookworms, are blood-sucking intestinal parasites that can live in the small intestinal tract of your dog. These parasites can cause severe anemia and inflammation in the small intestine tract, which can lead to severe and life-threatening illness—especially in puppies.
How long can a dog have hookworm?
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.
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