Signs and symptoms of hookworms in cats Lesions on the bottom of the paws and in between the toes where the hookworm has entered the skin. Coughing (an indicator that the hookworm larvae have gotten into the lungs through ingestion) Dark, tarry stool. Diarrhea. Constipation.
How do you get rid of hookworms in cats?
To get rid of the worms, a deworming medication will be given to your cat to kill the worms or to expel them. Sometimes that is all that will be required. However, nutritional and iron supplements may also be necessary. With kittens, treatment should begin at three to four weeks of age and treated monthly thereafter.
What do hookworms do to cats?
Hookworms can cause blood loss, weight loss, diarrhea or death, especially in young cats. Hookworms live in your cat's digestive system. They must be diagnosed by your veterinarian. Keeping your cat's environment clean and keeping your cat away from cantaminated areas are the best steps for prevention.
What does hookworm look like in cat poop?
Evidence of hookworm infection includes anemia, the presence of digested blood in the stool (a black 'tarry' appearance to the stool), a poor hair coat, and weight loss. Feline hookworms tend to 'graze' along the lining of the small intestine, and are considered tissue feeders.
How can an indoor cat get hookworms?
Infestation depends on the type of worm, but most often, cats get worms by coming into contact with fleas, eggs or infected particles in feces. Fleas are carriers for tapeworm eggs. If a flea jumps onto your cat, they could accidentally ingest the flea by grooming or scratching.
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