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How is coccidia in dogs spread?

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Dogs get coccidia from swallowing infected soil or substances containing dog feces. Removing dog feces from your yard and the dog's environment is the best protection. Your veterinarian can test, and treat if necessary, your dog for coccidia. Puppies should be tested regularly.


How contagious is coccidia to other dogs?

Coccidia is quite contagious between dogs. Fortunately, though, the protozoa are host-specific. This means that while cats can become infected with other types of coccidia. The ones specific to your dog, will not be able to infect your cat.

Can a dog pass coccidia to another dog?

Is Coccidia Contagious to Other Dogs? Yes, coccidia is contagious to other dogs, and infections are more common in areas where many dogs are congregated in the one spot, such as in boarding kennels or amongst populations of stray dogs.

How do you stop coccidia from spreading?

Control and Prevention1In addition to treatment, appropriate sanitation is helpful in preventing spread of coccidiosis in kennels and catteries.2Oocysts sporulate quickly once in the environment; daily removal of feces can aid in the prevention of coccidiosis.Coccidia - Companion Animal Parasite Council

How can coccidia be transmitted?

Transmission: Coccidiosis is transmitted from animal to animal by the fecal–oral route. Infected fecal material can contaminate feed, water or soil; therefore, cattle can contract the disease by eating and drinking from contaminated sources, or by licking itself or other animals.

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