Risks to your dog

Even if heavily infected, worms are rarely life threatening in adult dogs but some external signs can occur. In puppies some of the problems created can be potentially fatal, for example when the worms cause a blockage of the intestines. Depending on the worms species involved other symptoms seen include vomiting, diarrhoea, poor coat quality and a “pot bellied” appearance.

It’s not just
dogs that need protecting

Dog’s may well be man’s best friend but some of the worms they can harbour are highly undesirable and can be passed on to people. The risk of infection is higher in children because of playing outdoors where dogs have been and the close contact that they enjoy with pets. Problems in people can range from mild skin symptoms to infections which can lead to serious complications.