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Can worms pass through dog saliva?

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Created: 2022-03-09 13:39:11

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While worms do not pass through canine saliva, other conditions do. One virus that spreads through dog saliva is rabies.


Can you get worms if a dog licks your face?

Yes, If you allow your dog to lick your face, there is a risk of getting a parasite. Hookworms, Roundworms, and the Giardia parasite can all be spread from dog to human through licking! You can also get several bacterial infections if you allow your dog to lick your face or damaged skin.

Does dog saliva have parasites?

You can get hookworms and other parasites from dog saliva. This means that microscopic bacteria and parasites carried in fecal material can be present in dogs' mouths and nasal cavities. Most intestinal parasites are transmitted through a fecal-to-oral route and more easily if you have a wound in your mouth.

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