ROUNDWORMS

About Roundworms

WHERE THEY LIVE IN THE HOST

Adult worms live in the small intestine and feed on partially digested food. Young worms migrate through the liver and lungs.

HOW THEY SPREAD

Infected dogs and cats pass large numbers of worm eggs in their feces. The eggs then contaminate the environment where they can be ingested. These eggs are durable and can remain infectious for years. Rodents and insects can also carry roundworms. Puppies and kittens can be infected before birth.

How to Protect Your Pets

LOOK FOR SIGNS & SYMPTOMS

  • Pot-belly
  • Belly pain
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Weakness
  • Dull Coat
  • Cough

You may see any combination of the signs above. However, many times there are no signs!

TALK WITH YOUR VETERINARIAN

If you see any of the signs or symptoms above, talk to your veterinarian about MilbeGuard®. It’s important to schedule yearly visits with your veterinarian so they can perform blood and  fecal tests.

FIND YOUR NEAREST VETERINARIAN