"In puppies and debilitated adult dogs, coccidiosis may cause severe watery diarrhea, dehydration, abdominal distress, and vomiting." However, in puppies and debilitated adult dogs, coccidiosis may cause severe watery diarrhea, dehydration, abdominal distress, and vomiting. In severe cases, death may occur.
Should I be worried if my puppy has coccidia?
Coccidiosis, the disease caused by coccidia, may not cause any signs in dogs but is usually more serious in puppies. The most common sign of coccidiosis is diarrhea. More severe infections can cause bloody diarrhea. Severe infections, especially in puppies, can kill them.
Can puppies recover from coccidia?
Puppies with coccidiosis can typically recover within four weeks, although continued treatments may be recommended by your veterinarian if the infection is not removed completely. Mild cases can often be resolved in less time.
How long does it take for coccidia to clear up?
Treatment. Several oral medications may be used to treat coccidiosis. Most pets will require daily treatment for 5 to 10 days, but some pets will have to be retreated if the infection isn't resolved after the first or even second go-round.
How common is coccidia in puppies?
In dogs, the prevalence ranges up to 50%, but the incidence of clinical symptoms (e.g. diarrhea) varies. So far, there is no evidence that coccidial infections could be transmitted to humans. Clinical infections are more likely to occur in young or immunocompromised dogs.
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