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Roundworm the most common in domestic cats

Infographic on roundworm transmission, cure and prevention

PoC avatarPosted on November 25, 2022 by Michael BroadNovember 25, 2022

“Roundworms (Toxascaris leonina and Toxocara cati) are the most common intestinal parasite of cats, with an estimated prevalence of 25% to 75%, and often higher in kittens” – Cornell. That says it all. Very common disease in young cats particularly … continue reading…

Posted in parasitic worms | Tagged endoparasites, infographic, parasites, roundworm, worms
Cat has a bug that looks like rice coming out of butt

16 tips on cat worms and deworming

PoC avatarPosted on April 12, 2022 by Michael BroadApril 12, 2022

Here are 16 tips on cat worms (endoparasites); one of the most unpleasant parasites to bug cats. Although a lot of cats tolerate worms because the most successful worm is the one who does not harm their cat host to … continue reading…

Posted in parasitic worms | Tagged Cat Parasite, Cat Parasites, endoparasites, parasites, worms
Hookworm

Hookworm life cycle – 2 charts and background information

PoC avatarPosted on February 16, 2022 by Michael BroadFebruary 16, 2022

The hookworm life cycle is set out below in a chart. I also have a page on deworming cat treatments and a page on cat parasites. Several species of hookworm can infect domestic cats. They are blood sucking endoparasites and … continue reading…

Posted in parasitic worms | Tagged cat health problems, Cat Parasites, endoparasites, hookworm, parasites, worms
Human has to Ingest flea to get tapeworm

Can a cat owner’s children get tapeworms from fleas on their cat?

PoC avatarPosted on October 7, 2021 by Michael BroadOctober 7, 2021

It is feasible although very unlikely that a cat owner, or more likely her children, might get tapeworms from a flea that they’d removed from their cat by flea combing or because of a flea infestation in the home. I’ll … continue reading…

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Two most effective deworming treatments for cats

PoC avatarPosted on February 1, 2021 by Michael BroadFebruary 1, 2021

A good source tells me that the two most effective deworming medications are (1) praziquantel + pyrantel and (2) fenbendazole. These drugs are effective in treating ascarids, hookworms and tapeworms. They are effective broad spectrum deworming drugs. Not all deworming … continue reading…

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Can I get a tapeworm from my cat?

PoC avatarPosted on November 19, 2020 by Michael BroadNovember 19, 2020

Can I get a tapeworm from my cat? Theoretically, yes, it is possible to get a tapeworm from your cat but it will be mightily rare. I don’t think it’s something to be overly concerned about but it is always … continue reading…

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Roundworm

How do cats get roundworms?

PoC avatarPosted on July 17, 2020 by Michael BroadJuly 17, 2020

Domestic and feral cats get roundworms by ingesting the eggs. They ingest eggs in various ways, perhaps by being in contact with soil which contains the eggs. The eggs are picked up by their paws which they then lick when … continue reading…

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Cat tapeworm segments and whole worms

Pictures of cat tapeworm and tapeworm segments

PoC avatarPosted on April 2, 2020 by Michael BroadApril 2, 2020

Here is a collage of cat tapeworms and tapeworm segments that I have prepared because people search for ‘What do cat tapeworms look like?’. If your cat has a tapeworm you may see segments of the worm attached to your … continue reading…

Posted in parasitic worms | Tagged Cat Parasite, Cat Parasites, parasites, tapeworm, worms

Cat deworming – with a comprehensive list of treatments

PoC avatarPosted on January 1, 2020 by Michael BroadJanuary 26, 2022

Caveat on cat deworming: Deworming agents are poisonous drugs that are designed to kill parasites and not hurt the cat but the cat needs to be well enough to cope with the treatment particularly if a kitten is infested. Kittens … continue reading…

Posted in parasitic worms | Tagged cat health problems, Cat Parasite, Cat Parasites, parasites, worms
Feline round and tapeworms

Europeans do not deworm their cats often enough

PoC avatarPosted on November 6, 2019 by Michael BroadNovember 6, 2019

The cat roundworm Toxocara cati can infect humans as well. In other words your cat could transmit a roundworm infestation to you1. Although, to the best of my knowledge, it is relatively rare. Europeans are recommended to administer monthly deworming … continue reading…

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Enormous parastic worm, the giant kidney worm

Picture of giant, gross kidney worm that infected a dog but cats can get them too

PoC avatarPosted on September 12, 2019 by Michael BroadSeptember 12, 2019

This giant parasitic worm is gross and they do sometimes inhabit domestic cats! The size of it. It is hard to believe that it can fit into a small animal’s kidney. It must occupy the kidney completely. This is just … continue reading…

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Parastic worms in cats

How do I know if my cat has worms?

PoC avatarPosted on August 18, 2019 by Michael BroadNovember 19, 2021

You should be concerned that your cat might have worms if he or she is an indoor/outdoor cat and enjoys hunting. That should be a heads-up situation prompting you to be aware of the possibility of your cat having worms … continue reading…

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Cat eating grass

Domestic cats eat grass to purge parasitic worms from their gut

PoC avatarPosted on August 9, 2019 by Michael BroadAugust 9, 2019

There has been a long discussion on the internet about the reasons why domestic cats eat grass. Many years go, Dr Desmond Morris suggested that domestic cats ate grass to ingest folic acid in the grass to aid in digestion. … continue reading…

Posted in parasitic worms | Tagged cat behavior, cat eating grass, Cat Parasites, roundworm, tapeworm, worms | 1 Reply
Transportation of shelter animals from south spreads heartworm to the north

Relocation of shelter animals transports heartworm as it is not always tested

PoC avatarPosted on July 29, 2019 by Michael BroadJuly 29, 2019

The relocation of shelter animals often by air is commonplace in America. It’s a great idea as it leads to more adoptions and the saving of lives. Craig Prior, a Nashville-based veterinarian with the non-profit Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC) … continue reading…

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Cat has a bug that looks like rice coming out of butt

Cat has a bug that looks like rice coming out of butt

PoC avatarPosted on November 4, 2018 by Michael BroadJuly 9, 2021

by Mrs Brewer My 1yr old inside female cat has something coming out of butt. They look like rice they are like off white color. I need to know WHAT this is and can my other animals get this? I’m … continue reading…

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