The most common and effective treatment for a whipworm infection is an antiparasitic medication, such as albendazole and mebendazole. This type of medication gets rid of any whipworms and whipworm eggs in the body. The medication usually needs to be taken for one to three days.
How long do whipworm eggs survive?
Whipworms pass microscopic eggs in the stool. The eggs are very resistant to drying and heat, so they can remain alive in the environment for up to 5 years. Once laid, they mature to an infective stage (a process known as embryonation) in the environment and are able to re-infect a new dog in 10-60 days.
Are whipworms hard to get rid of?
Thanks to the hardiness of their eggs, which can last for up to five years in the right environment, whipworms have a high level of reinfection, making them hard to get rid of. Your veterinarian may prescribe an anti-worm medication to kill the parasites in your dog's system and help alleviate his symptoms.
How long does it take to get rid of whipworm?
Whipworm infections are generally treated for 1–3 days with medication prescribed by your health care provider. The drugs are effective and appear to have few side effects.
Can whipworm eggs live in carpet?
Roundworm eggs need a host (human body or animal body) to hatch and survive as they cannot hatch on your carpet. However, they are resistant to several conditions and can live in the carpet for several months even up to 3 years. In moist conditions like soil, they can survive even longer.
More useful articles on a similar topic 👇
What Wormer is safe for puppies?How long do whipworms live in soil?
