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Can tapeworms pass from dog to human?

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Can I get a tapeworm infection from my pet? Yes; however, the risk of infection with this tapeworm in humans is very low. For a person to become infected with Dipylidium, he or she must accidentally swallow an infected flea. Most reported cases involve children.


Can I get tapeworms from sleeping with my dog?

It's also possible for tapeworms to be transmitted directly from pets to humans; we can become infected with the flea tapeworm if we eat an infected flea by accident, often through playing or sleeping with our pet.

How likely is it to get worms from your dog?

Numerically, the odds of you or your children getting worms from your dog or cat are quite low.

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