Is Dog Tapeworm Contagious?
The dog tapeworm is a common canine parasite that is located in the intestinal tract. The worm will lodge inside the dog’s intestines and will feed on the dog’s food. The infestation with this parasite won’t cause severe health issues, but the parasite may be contagious to other dogs. The tapeworm is a zoonotic disease, which means it may be transmitted to humans. Canine Tapeworms Tapeworms in dogs are intestinal parasites that may be of several different types. The most frequent type of tapeworms in dogs is the Dipylidium Caninum. The tapeworms can be identified due to their unusual shape, flat body and length (which can be up to 20 cm). The tapeworm can divide into several segments, which may be found in the dog’s feces or vomit. It may also happen that the tapeworm will be visible coming out of the rectum of the dog, especially when the dog is asleep or sitting quietly. The last segment of the tapeworm contains the eggs and these are often shed in the feces. For this reason, the fec
