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How serious is whipworm in dogs?

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Dogs that are infected with a few whipworms may not have any signs of infection. More severe infections can cause bloody diarrhea. If an infected dog is not treated, then severe whipworm infection can cause serious disease and even death.


How long does it take to get rid of whipworms in dogs?

There are several drugs that are effective against whipworms. All drugs require two treatments, spaced at a three to four week interval, to clear the infection.

How contagious are whipworms in dogs?

Unlike some other common intestinal parasites in dogs, whipworms cannot be transmitted via other species/hosts or between mother and offspring before birth or during nursing. Infection does not require direct contact with another dog.

What happens if whipworms is left untreated?

Most people who receive treatment for a whipworm infection make a full recovery. When left untreated, however, the infection can become severe and cause complications. These include: delayed growth or cognitive development.

How did my dog get whipworm?

Dogs become infected by eating the whipworm eggs in the soil, usually during grooming. Not all dogs show signs of a whipworm infection, but those that do may have diarrhea with blood and mucus, dehydration, and weight loss. Whipworm infections are diagnosed by finding parasite eggs during a veterinary fecal exam.

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