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What do I do if my cat has roundworms?

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The dead and dying roundworms pass into the stool after administration of the anthelmintic or deworming medication. Since none of these treatments will kill the immature forms of the worm or the migrating larvae, at least two or three treatments are needed. Treatments are typically done at two to three week intervals.


How do you get rid of roundworms in cats?

Cats infected with roundworms are typically given a deworming medication by mouth. “This will immediately start killing the worms, and you may see dead worms in the cat's poop or vomit,” Nichols says.

How long does it take to get rid of roundworms in cats?

Despite how troublesome they are, treating roundworms is relatively easy through oral medications like SENTRY Worm Away for Cats, which uses magnesium stearate to kill any roundworms present in your cat's system. These capsules work over a period of 2-3 weeks, with the slight possibility of requiring re-treatment.

How do you clean your house after a cat has roundworms?

Use newspapers or paper towels to clean up waste. Rinse the soiled area with hot water and detergent. Scrub away as much of the soiling as you can, blotting with towels. Use an enzymatic cleaner to remove stains and odours.

How contagious are roundworms in cats?

Roundworm eggs are passed in the poop of infected cats and other wildlife and can lay dormant in soil, sand pits and litter boxes. These eggs can then spread to other cats if ingested while sniffing around in infected soil, plants or stool.

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