Tapeworms are not usually harmful, and dogs rarely become ill as a result of an infestation, but weight loss may occur if he is heavily infected. 21 дек. 2015 г.
Are tapeworms in dogs fatal?
Tapeworms rarely cause serious symptoms in healthy dogs. However, very young, very old, or dogs with compromised immune symptoms may exhibit more severe signs, like intestinal blockages. These can be fatal if not treated.
What happens if tapeworm is left untreated in dogs?
If left untreated, your dog may fall seriously ill – and there's also a chance that you can become infected, too.
Will tapeworms go away on their own dogs?
People may believe because worms are usually harmless in humans, that they're probably not too dangerous in dogs either and that they can rid themselves of them, but this is not the case. Dogs cannot get rid of worms themselves. Medical assistance will be required to some extent.
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