Worming

Cats

When do I worm my cat?

From 4 to 16 weeks of age for kittens treat with a product against round worms frequently. From 6 months of age treat every 3 months with a product for roundworm and tapeworm. Always consult you vet for the most effective product on the market.

How do I know if my cats got worms?

Not always easy to tell, however in extreme cases you may see weight loss and/or vomiting. You may see worms in the faeces. Roundworms look like spaghetti strands. Tapeworm segments look like rice grains. If you stick to the worming regime this should never be a problem.

What worms do cats get?

Roundworms and tapeworms are the most common and they live in your cats intestines.

Can people get infected?

It is possible to get infected. A version of roundworm called Toxocara-cati
This can be very harmful to children who become in contact with infected animal faeces.

How can my cat become infected?

A mother can pass roundworms, to her kittens via her milk; they can also be spread via faeces especially if ingested. Fleas can spread tapeworms. The small rodents cats will prey on can spread both types of worm.

Dog

When do I worm my dog?

As a puppy you should treat every 2 to 4 weeks up to 16 weeks of age. Adults dogs require treatment every 3 months. Always consult you vet for the most effective product on the market for roundworms and tapeworms.

How do I know if my dog got worms?

Not always easy to tell, however in extreme cases you may see weight loss, you may also see worms in the faeces. Roundworms look like spaghetti strands. Tapeworm segments look like rice grains. If you stick to the worming regime this should never be a problem.

What worms do dogs get?

Roundworms and tapeworms are the most common and they live in your dogs intestines.

Can people get infected?

It is possible to get infected; toxocra canis can cause disease in people, children being particularly susceptible due to potential contact with infected faeces.

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