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Overview, Roundworms, Hookworms

Post a new topicby contentuser on Wed Dec 19, 2007 12:04 pm


Worms — roundworms, hookworms, tapeworms, whipworms, and heartworms — are parasites that can live inside your dog or cat, causing anemia (low levels of red blood cells), lethargy, poor appetite, and even death.


Pet owners should ask their veterinarians which parasites to watch for and take preventative measures against because worms have various geographical distributions (e.g., heartworm is more common among cats in warmer climates). Medications are commonly used to prevent worm inf...Read the full article

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