How do Dogs and Cats Become Infected with Intestinal Parasites?
The method of infection varies depending on the type of parasite. Potential methods of exposure to intestinal parasites are: • ingestion of infected fecal material • exposure through contaminated soil • ingestion of intermediate hosts (other animals which are carrying the parasite) • ingestion of fleas • ingestion of undercooked or raw meatsWhat Types of Symptoms are Expected with Intestinal Parasites in Dogs and Cats? Symptoms will vary depending on the type of parasite infecting the dog or cat. Symptoms resulting from intestinal parasites can range from no clinical signs to serious and life threatening illness. Some dogs and cats may be infected with more than one type of intestinal parasite. document.getElementById(‘adsense_placeholder_2’).innerHTML = document.getElementById(‘adsense_ad_2_hidden’).innerHTML; Symptoms most commonly seen with intestinal parasites include: • diarrhea • vomiting • lack of appetite • pot-belly • unthriftiness • weight loss • dehydration • death in severe
