ARE PARASITES ROBBING YOU AND YOUR CAT?

Roundworms, hookworms, tapeworms, and coccidia are four of the most common internal parasites that can reside in your cat. These parasites rob your cat of good nutrition and rob you economically. But more importantly, they rob your cat of good health. The vomiting, diarrhea, anemia, and dehydration associated with intestinal parasites weaken a cat. The resulting debilitation will make your cat more susceptible to viral and bacterial infections and diseases. A fecal sample from a cat should be examined for eggs microscopically. A sample could be obtained from cat's litterbox. Stool samples should be tested periodically, for instance, when your cat receives annual booster vaccinations or approximately 2-3 weeks after any worming medication to ensure that the medication has been effective. We prefer to worm only with the proper medication after a positive diagnosis has been made. Several dosages of medications may be required.

 

Good parasite control is very important for increased longevity of your cat. Finally, because all these parasites have the potential of infecting humans it makes good sense to prevent your own exposure by keeping your cat free of parasites.

Our staff is experienced in external and internal parasite control. Your cat should be regularly checked for common intestinal parasites such as roundworms, tapeworms and hookworms. We offer a comprehensive KITTEN PARASITE CONTROL PROGRAM AND PREVENTIVE STRATEGIC DEWORMING FOR ADULT CATS. We recommend annual de-worming for indoor cats and semiannual deworming for outdoor/indoor cats. We encourage you to bring in fecal samples with your next visit.

 

 

 

 

 FECAL ANALYSIS - Intestinal parasites threaten your cat's health. Large numbers of parasites can cause intestinal blockage, bloody diarrhea and even death in young or weakened pets. Certain types can also infect you and your family.
INFECTION - Infection can occur through ingesting fleas, contact with infected animals, their droppings and contaminated food or water.
PREVENTION - Sanitation is key to prevention control. Regular
cleaning of the litter box is essential. Stool samples should be
examined microscopically on the regular basis.
SYMPTOMS INCLUDE: anemia, diarrhea, vomiting, appetite loss, weight loss, underdevelopment, coughing or simply no symptoms at all.
TREATMENT - is precise and based on the exact parasite(s) present. Many prescribed medications are given orally and some may require injections. Worms and their eggs can be difficult to destroy so follow-ups may be necessary. Over-the-counter products may cause side effects if not administered properly.