Dogs can become infected with Toxocara canis by ingesting feces or soil which is contaminated with larvae. If the dog eats an infected animal (rat, mice, birds) he may contract the roundworm. Cockroaches and earthworms may also carry roundworm larvae, which can be transmitted to the dog if they are ingested.
What causes Toxocara canis in dogs?
Low numbers of Toxocara Canis often don't cause visible illness in adult dogs. The worms can irritate the intestinal wall, and utilise some of the dog's nutrients. Puppies infected with Toxocara may be underweight or small for their age, with a pot belly and thin hair coat. Heavy infestations can cause anaemia.
How do you prevent Toxocara canis in dogs?
How do I prevent toxocariasis?1Take your pets to the veterinarian to prevent infection with Toxocara. ... 2Wash your hands with soap and water after playing with your pets or other animals, after outdoor activities, and before handling food or eating.3Teach children the importance of washing hands to prevent infection.Toxocariasis - General Information - CDC
How is Toxocara canis transmitted?
MODE OF TRANSMISSION: Humans become infected by ingesting either embryonated Toxocara eggs from soil (geophagia, pica) (1, 3, 4, 8, 19), dirty hands, or raw vegetables; or Toxocara larvae from undercooked giblets (mainly liver) (1-3, 8).
How did my inside dog get roundworms?
Roundworms are intestinal parasites that infect your dog's intestinal tract by infection from their mother's milk, contact with or digestion of larvae (baby roundworms) in a contaminated environment, or by eating an infected animal, like a bug or rodent.
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