Beware of Parasitic Worms
| What are Ringworms? Despite the name, Ringworms are not actually worms, but fungus. The Fungus can cause a circular, red, scaly shape to appear on your pet's skin. Symptoms of a Ringworm Infection: • Patches of hair loss • Red Circular scaly areas with raised edges Treatment: It is important to clean the environment with a strong chemical like bleach that will kill the fungus. This can be achieved using an antifungal shampoo or topical treatment on your pet to halt the infection. Humans are vulnerable hosts to ringworms too, so it's important to create a safe environment for both you and your pet. |
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| Zymox Medicated Shampoo (12 oz) | Mal-A-Ket Shampoo (8 oz) | Vet Solutions Universal Medicated Shampoo (16 oz) | Sulfox Shampoo (12 oz) | Dermapet Mal-A-Ket TrizEDTA Flush (12 oz) |
| What are Roundworms? Roundworms are worms that live in the intestines and deprive their hosts of nutrients. On average they are about 3-5 inches long. Roundworms pass moderate numbers of microscopic eggs which are found in the pet's stool. They do not attach to the wall of the intestine, as do some worms, but instead swim within the intestine. Symptoms of a Roundworms Infection:
Treatment: It is important to clean the environment with a strong chemical like bleach that will kill the fungus. This can be achieved using an antifungal shampoo or topical treatment on your pet to halt the infection. Humans are vulnerable hosts to ringworms too, so it's important to create a safe environment for both you and your pet. |
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| Nemex-2 Wormer by Pfizer: 2 oz (60 mL) | Panacur C: Canine Dewormer (1 Gram) | Panacur C Canine Dewormer (2 Gram) | Sentry HC WormX Plus 6-25 lbs |
| What are Ringworms? Tapeworms are one of the most common intestinal parasites seen in cats and dogs. Bodies of Tapeworms can be several feet in length if not more. If left untreated, it may become so long that it obstructs the intestines. Symptoms of a Ringworm Infection: • Anal irritation • 1/4" White worms in stool • Vomiting, Loss of appetite • Dried segments in pet bedding (similar to cucumber seeds) • Diarrhea (rare) Treatment: The most common form of tapeworms in pets can be treated by a single injection or oral dosage. If you have an adult cat or kitten over 6 weeks of age, Tapeworm Tabs is the de-wormer for you. It is safe and effective and can be easily mixed with food. |
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| Tapeworm Tabs for Dogs & Cats | Adams Flea & Tick Shampoo (12oz) | Advantage® II for Dogs | Frontline Plus for Dogs | K9 Advantix II Flea & Tick Control for Dogs |
| Animals get worms from ingesting fleas, eating other small animals or their feces, contaminated soil that contains worm eggs, or through an infected mother to her puppies during pregnancy. |
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