What are parasitic worms?
Parasitic worms live inside of their host, normally in the digestive or respiratory system. Common parasit worms in dogs include tape worm, ring worm, round worm, whip worm and heart worm. Each are different physically and have differing effects on their host. They are normally picked up through spoiled or uncooked meat, faeces, carcasses or by contact with other animals carrying parasites. How do you know if your dogs has worms? • Weight loss • Dull coat • Worms in the stool • ‘Scooting’ or other signs of discomfort around the back passage Unfortunately, children can pick up parasites. Children can get infected when your pet dog licks their faces and transfers the larvae through the mouth or even in the pores of their skin. Children and dogs are often inseparable and sometimes the contact may be too close. Fleas can also get into their fingernails and travel all the way around and all throughout their bodies. The worse thing is, sometimes, you can’t find any symptoms that are identifi
