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Why is pet worming important?      

Pet worming is important for your pet and your family’s health. Roundworm and some types of tapeworm can be passed on to people and may cause disease and even blindness.

What are the most common worms that my cat get?   

There are eight different types of worms which can infect your cat. Roundworms and tapeworms are the most common. Both of these types can live in your cat’s bowels, and in small numbers, they are not very harmful. However, in large numbers, they can cause illness and may become fatal.

What are the most common worms that my can dog get?  

The four most common types of worms in dogs are:

• Roundworms
• Hookworms
• Whipworms
• Tapeworms

How do cats contract worms?  

Cats may be infected by:

• Ingestion (eating) eggs from their environment
• From eating an infected intermediate host (IE: kitten feeding from their mother)
• By the larvae in their environment burrowing through the cat’s skin.

How do dogs contract worms?

Dogs pick up worms:

• From their mothers
• Other pets
• Eating slugs or snails
• Coming into contact with animal faeces

What are the signs that show my pet has worms?

• Weight loss
• Extreme diarrhoea
• Vomiting
• Worms present in faeces or vomit or on their bottom
• Swollen abdomen

How do I stop my cat from getting worms?  

These worming drugs are only available from veterinary surgeons and they are far more effective than those available at pet shops and supermarkets.

How do I stop my dog from getting worms?    

These worming drugs are only available from veterinary surgeons and they are far more effective than those available at pet shops and supermarkets.

If you have any problems giving your pet their worming treatment - we are more than happy to do this for you.