Occasionally segments are seen crawling around the dog's anus. Tapeworm segments are only passed intermittently and therefore are often not diagnosed on routine fecal examination. If you find any segments, white or golden color, bring them to your veterinarian for a definitive diagnosis.
Do I need to take my dog to the vet for tapeworms?
If you think your dog might have tapeworms or any parasite, contact your vet right away to set up an appointment for an examination and to ensure that your dog receives the safest and most effective treatment.
Do vets check for tapeworms?
Your vet can check a stool sample, which can confirm if your dog has tapeworms or other parasites.
Do I need to go to the vet if my cat has tapeworms?
If you notice tapeworms, take your cat to the vet for an evaluation. A fecal sample can be used to diagnose intestinal parasites like tapeworms. It's always helpful to save any worms that you find and bring them to your veterinarian for diagnosis.
Can you treat tapeworms over-the-counter?
There are two over-the-counter dewormers for dogs with praziquantel — Bayer quad dewormer and Bayer tapeworm dewormer for dogs. Most over-the-counter deworming medications do treat other types of tapeworms, like the ones dogs can get from eating rodents.
Are dog tapeworms an emergency?
Tapeworms in dogs are common intestinal parasites. While they usually don't cause severe problems for healthy adult dogs, they can be dangerous for puppies. Recognizing the signs of parasites like tapeworms will help you catch potential infections before they get out of control.
How much does it cost to get your dog treated for tapeworms?
Treatment is quick and simple. At TCAP, we offer a Droncit injection to clear the tapeworms out of your pet's system. This injection is $10 for cats and $15 for dogs. On rare cases, this injection will need to be provided again 2-3 weeks later, but most often a single dose does the trick.
What happens if you leave tapeworms untreated?
If your doctor confirms you have a tapeworm infection, follow their instructions to lessen the risk of complications. If left untreated, there's the risk of developing an invasive infection which can affect your tissue and organs. This can lead to brain swelling, inflammation, and intestinal blockage.
How can I treat my dog for tapeworms at home?
Pumpkin Seeds One of the safest and easiest ways to treat tapeworms in dogs is with pumpkin seeds. Pumpkin seeds contain an amino acid called cucurbitin. Cucurbitin paralyzes the worms so that they can be passed through the digestive tract.
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