Some say they must be missing a nutrient, others claim dogs do it to ease gastrointestinal troubles or some say it simply means dogs like greens! As for earthworms, I've heard some dog owners report that their dogs devour these segmented hors d'ouevres with no ill effect. 9 мая 2015 г.
Can eating worms hurt dogs?
The eggs of the roundworm (Toxocara larvae) can be left behind in soil by other dogs or wildlife and then ingested by the earthworms. Then once the earthworms are eaten by your dog, he runs the risk of getting the common parasite. Puppies are quite susceptible to getting roundworms, especially from their mothers.
What happens if my dog ate worms?
Bacteria from eating a worm could cause your dog to develop an upset stomach, vomiting and diarrhea. This may last a few hours to a day. The main problem comes from worms that have eaten roundworm eggs. ... If your dog has become infected with roundworms, he will need to see the vet for treatment.
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