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Is coccidia hard to get rid of in dogs?

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Coccidia can be cured with appropriate medications like sulfadimethoxine or ponazuril. Proper sanitation is also necessary to eliminate the infection from the surrounding environment. While resistant to most disinfectants, steam will destroy coccidia.


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

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.

Does coccidia ever go away?

Coccidia will usually go away with treatment with ponazuril or Albon. There are times that coccidia infection can recur. Because coccidia organisms are very resistant, they can persist in the environment for long periods of time.

Why does my dog keep getting coccidia?

Dogs get coccidia from swallowing infected soil or substances containing dog feces. Removing dog feces from your yard and the dog's environment is the best protection. Your veterinarian can test, and treat if necessary, your dog for coccidia. Puppies should be tested regularly.

How long does it take for coccidia diarrhea to go away?

This means that the length of treatment is dependent on how many coccidia there are and how healthy the pet's immune system is. The medication is given until the diarrhea resolves, and then several additional days, usually 5-25 days.

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