What signs does a cat show when hes got worms?
There may well not be any noticeable signs of a mild infestation in a healthy adult cat. A heavier infestation, however, or even a mild one in a kitten or run-down adult cat may show some or all of the following signs: • Dehydration • Diarrhea • Feline anemia • Weight loss • Pot belly appearance • Coughing • Rough, dull coat • Generally looking run-down and lethargic In really severe cases, the intestine can be so full of worms it can become blocked. This is rare in an adult cat but may happen in a kitten. Kittens are also more likely to die as a result of anemia, so it’s really important they’re treated quickly. 6) How are worms passed on from cat to cat? Roundworms attached to the cat’s intestine lay thousands of eggs which are then passed in the feces. These eggs can survive in the outside environment for months. They get into a cat if they’re eaten directly, or if they’re eaten by a mouse, for example, which your cat then eats. Cats that hunt are more at risk of infestation by roun
