What Worms? Does Your Dog Have Them?
As your doggy sniffs, growls, and scratches its way through life, not a care in the world, eating anything it wants, rolling around in unpleasant things, doing all the things that make being a dog fun. Then out of the blue, you might notice undesirable visitors hanging around for the trip. One such unwelcome hanger-on can be worms.
Thankfully, you can look for and guard your dog from worms early. This can stop them from progressively getting worse, which makes life better for you and your dog.
A few of the issues in dogs that might be infected with worms:
* Diarrhea, especially if you perceive blood in it. * An itchy bottom. If you notice your dog scratching its rear on the floor or against furnishings, it may be bothered by worms in this area. Another scenario is that they are having issues with glands in these areas, not with worms. * Worms or eggs visible in the dog's feces - Yes, this is the most prevalent way to perceive if your dog has worms. Remember, though, that not all types of worms can be seen by the naked eye. * Vomiting, possibly you'll even see visible worms. * Dull fur coat * Not Hungry * Dehydration which leads to increased drinking and from that, increased urination. * Visible worms in the fur coat or in the area of the rear - Tapeworms may be visible as small moving segments in these areas, which can later dry out. * Weakness, hungrier, weight loss - If your dog has worms, the worms are robbing your dog of needed nutrition. Your dog could be eating but still be fragile or constantly hungry, and even could be losing weight. * Swollen belly - This is a sign when puppies have had worms transmitted from their mother.
Preventing your dog from getting worms: Ask your vet to run tests for your puppy early on, as early as 3 weeks after they're born. They could already be infected with worms and need quick action. Bring your dog to your vet annually for examination and have a stool sample taken. Regularly give your dog products that prevent roundworms and heart worms. Use products that keep flees off your dog. Fleas can transmit tapeworms to your dog if they ingest them. Keep your dog away from wild animals or other potential sources of parasites, like drinking from puddles or other dirty sources of water. Prevent your dog from eating any dead animals. Carcasses can cause the spread of worms. Keep your dog from consuming feces. This is the most likely way a dog can get intestinal parasites.
If your dog starts showing symptoms of being infected with worms, please visit your vet to help figure out what the issue could potentially be. Treating your canine with the best possible care can keep your dog healthy and prevent problems in the future.
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