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Posted on October 2, 2008 by Freeda Poux | Posted under Pets Dogs
Canine Worms: How To Recognize This Condition
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There are certain symptoms that will let you know that your dog has worms. Unexplainable weight loss, stools with blood, a dry coat and vomiting are signs that your dog may have a worm infestation. You can consult your vet, once you see such things happening. It is not wise to try over the counter medication, as giving your dog the wrong medication can cause more trouble than good. A stool sample will be needed, when you take your little dog for the first visit to the vet. Only the vet will be able to tell if there are worms growing inside your puppy's intestines. What are roundworms Roundworms can multiply at an incredible rate, as only one female of the species can produce hundreds of thousands of eggs per day. These will be deposited in the soil and from there they can get into the dog's digestive system, when it plays in the backyard. Once the larva hatches inside the dog's bowels, it will travel into the lungs through the blood. From there it gets in the windpipe and swallowed, which will cause coughing in the dog. The next stop is the intestines, where the larva grows into adulthood. A little dog with roundworms will show a pot belly and it will grow very slowly. You can see traces of roundworms inside the dog's stool or vomit. These worms can reach seven inches in length. Death can occur in puppies due to roundworms infestation. An intestinal blockage is what it can lead to such a tragic ending. What are tapeworms Fleas are the agents that transmit tapeworms. Hunting dogs are more prone to get tapeworm infestation as it puts its tongue and teeth into another animal that can carry tapeworms. Also, by swallowing fleas from the environment, it can also get tapeworms. When such an infestation occurs, eggs or segments of tapeworms will be present in the dog's stool. You can even see these segments moving inside the stool, and they have a flat appearance. Remember to take the dog for treatment to your vet. Any over the counter medication that you may use, will not help your dog get rid of tapeworms. About The Author: Freeda is a writer and publisher of Article Click. For more FREE articles for your ezine and websites visit - www.articleclick.com |
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