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What are some parasites dogs can get?

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These include roundworms, such as Toxocara cati, Toxascaris leonina; heartworm (Dirofilaria immitis); tapeworms, such as Dipylidium caninum, Taenia species, and Echinococcus species; hookworms, such as Ancylostoma species, and whipworms (Trichuris vulpis).


What parasite is most common in dogs?

Roundworms are the most common of the parasitic worms found inside a dog. Almost all dogs become infected with them at some time in their lives, usually as puppies. Roundworms may be contracted in different ways, making them easy to spread and hard to control.

What are the symptoms of a parasite in a dog?

All dogs are thought to become infected with intestinal parasites at some point during their lifetime.Diarrhea, with or without blood or mucus.Scooting.Vomiting.Distended abdomen (belly)Weight loss.Decreased activity.Dull coat.Could Your Dog Have Intestinal Parasites? | Diamond Pet Foods

What parasites can dogs carry?

Roundworms, hookworms, and tapeworms are transmitted when your pet eats the larvae in rodent or other dogs' feces, or an infected flea. Hookworms burrow through your pet's skin to lay eggs.

How do you get rid of parasites in dogs?

Roundworms and hookworms can be treated with a product containing pyrantel pamoate. Dogs with tapeworms should be treated with praziquantel (available over the counter or from your veterinarian). A whipworm infestation may be treated with fenbendazole available from your veterinarian.

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