Worms in dogs refers to your pet having a parasite, usually in their digestive system, also known as the gastrointestinal tract (GIT). The GIT is made up of the esophagus, stomach, and small and large intestines. Most kinds of worms in dogs live in the intestines. These worms also lay ...
Parasitic Worms of the Skin in Dogs - Dog Owners - Merck Veterinary ManualMORIELLO.KAREN
Adult hookworms do not infect humans; however, the larvae can burrow into human skin. This causes itching, commonly called ground itch, but the worms do not mature into adults. Direct contact of human skin to moist, hookworm infested soil is required. Fortunately, this does not occur very of...
Tail-chasing, in most cases, is simply a sign of playfulness, but keep an eye out if your dog starts doing this excessively. It might mean there's a health or behavioral issue behind it; for example, if your dog chews at his tail when he catches it, then he might have skin allergie...
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Severe cases of flea infestation can cause excessive blood loss resulting in anemia, and can also lead to other parasites in a dog, such as tapeworms.I've discussed in the “What to Do” section below about flea prevention and control....
Flea, Tickes and Heartworms Protection Is your dog up to date on vaccines, flea and tick prevention, and heartworm prevention? You never know what you will run into on the trail, so make sure that your dog has current rabies vaccinations and any other appropriate vaccinations. Also flea, ...
(Note an intolerance is different from a food allergy, which can also lead to gastrointestinal signs and/or may include skin issues too.) Parasitic Infection Parasites such as roundworms, hookworms and giardia can all cause serious digestive upset in dogs. Abrupt Change in Diet If you ...
Stroke.Strokes in dogs are fairly uncommon. But they do happen. Astrokecan be caused by many things, includingblood clots, hemorrhage, head trauma, high blood pressure,kidney disease, and even migrating worms. Symptoms of stroke in dogs include loss of balance, head tilt, circling, falling do...
Like with all dogs, regularly check your Dachshund forfleas, ticks, and worms, especially if they spend a lot of time outside. Using preventive treatments will safeguard your dog from potential diseases that parasites carry. Regular veterinary visits will also play an important role in preventive...