Lungworm has been a common problem in southern areas of England and South Wales for some time, but the number of cases diagnosed in northern England and Scotland has risen too, so people all over the UK should be aware of lungworm. 17 янв. 2022 г.
How common is lungworm in dogs in the UK?
How common is lungworm in the UK? A survey by researchers at the Royal Veterinary College in London found that one in five vet practices in the UK have reported at least one case of lungworm in a dog.
Where in the UK is lungworm?
Lungworm used to be found only in certain 'hotspots' in the UK, mainly in the South of England and Wales. However, recent studies show that lungworm is spreading throughout much of the UK, and it is now also endemic in Central England, with an increasing number of cases being reported in Northern England and Scotland.
How common are lungworms?
Lungworm - uncommon, but extremely serious Not every snail or slug carries the disease and lungworm's geographical limitations means infection is currently relatively uncommon, but it does rear its head from time to time. In extreme cases it causes the death of infected patients, so it is potentially extremely serious.
Do garden snails carry diseases UK?
As well as being a pest for gardeners, snails can also spread a parasite called Angiostrongylus vasorum. This lungworm is a particular threat to dogs, which can become infected by accidentally eating slugs or snails which they come across in the garden or on dog toys.
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