Hookworms are a type of intestinal parasite that attaches to the intestinal walls of infected animals. If left untreated, a hookworm infestation can be fatal, especially in puppies. The most common species of hookworm in dogs is Ancylostoma Caninum.
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. In more serious cases, recovery will involve correcting and monitoring the peripheral symptoms that result from the condition, such as anemia and weakness.
Can hookworms cause permanent damage?
In some cases, they may cause permanent nerve or eye damage, even blindness. How do hookworms harm people? Hookworm larvae typically move around within the skin causing inflammation and red, itchy tracks in the affected skin.
What happens if you leave hookworms 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.
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