Roundworms may not cause any symptoms, but major infections can cause vomiting, weight loss, or a pot-bellied appearance. Tapeworm segments look like dried grains of rice or flat white sunflower seeds, and are often moving or crawling around the rectum. Tapeworms tend to be more common in older cats and cats that hunt. 2 апр. 2021 г.
How can you tell if a cat has roundworms?
Symptoms of Roundworm Infection in Cats1Vomiting or diarrhea.2Worms in stool or vomit (the worms look like pieces of spaghetti)3Decreased appetite.4Pot-bellied appearance.5Abdominal pain.6Poor growth.7Weight loss.8Dull hair coat.Roundworm Infection in Cats: How to Keep Your Cat and Family Safe
How do I know what kind of worms My cat has?
Cats with roundworms may pass the worms in their poop or vomit. Roundworms look similar to spaghetti noodles, and are usually about 2 to 4 inches (5 to 10 centimeters) long. Some kinds of worms, like hookworms and heartworms, probably won't show up in your cat's poop or vomit.
How do you know if your cat has tapeworms?
The easiest way to tell if your cat has tapeworms is to look at its feces, around its anus and in bedding. Usually tapeworms come out of your cat's anus while it is sleeping or relaxed. If you see small white worms or what look like grains of rice or sesame seeds, your cat likely has tapeworms.
Can a cat have roundworms and tapeworms?
The most common intestinal worms cats get are called roundworms and tapeworms. Most infected cats do not show signs of having worms; however, heavy burdens of worms can cause weight loss, vomiting and diarrhoea, irritation around the anus and failure to thrive.
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