If you are thinking of acquiring a dog, be prepared of dog worms. There is a high chance that your dog has worms already breeding in his body. While this sounds disgusting, be comforted in the fact that worms are relatively easy to treat and prevent. There is an effective treatment of pinworms and roundworms that is available for the suffering dog and the worried pet owner.
First of all, let us find out something about this infinitesimal foe of ours. What are worms? More specifically, what are pinworms and roundworms? The more you have knowledge about something, the better you are able to find the right treatment for it.
Pinworms are tiny, ivory colored strings of parasitic worms that are prevalent in crowded places like kennels, schools, puppy mills, hospitals, etc. They can grow up to 13 millimeters and is contracted through ingestion of contaminated water and food. Pinworms fester in the anal region especially during the night. Therefore the infected host can have thousands of these worm’s eggs found in the first stool in the morning.
One of the most obvious signs that your dog has pinworm infestation is if he seems to always have an itchy rear end. He will drag his butt across the floor or scratch this area in a pole or furniture to relieve it of intense itch. Be careful not to handle him or his stool too much because pinworms can be transmitted to humans as well.
Roundworms on the other hand are spaghetti-like parasites that are probably the most common type of internal worm. They usually congregate in dirt and soil is transferred to the animal when he ingests the contaminated soil. Sometimes, roundworms migrate to the heart (heartworms) and can progress to a more critical condition when not treated appropriately.
You will know if the canine has roundworms if he has a pot belly. He will also show symptoms like lethargy, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss and a lackluster coat of hair. Oftentimes, roundworms hatch and mature in the dog’s intestines. They can cause intestinal bleeding and even anemia.
Home treatment for pinworms and roundworms should be practiced regularly. It doesn’t mean if you de-worm your pet today, he will forever be protected from having worms. Remember, he will always be exposed to worms. It is recommended that he undergoes de-worming treatments every two months or so for maximum results.
Because de-worming treatments are so frequent, be very careful that you only use natural products to do this. Harsh medications that aim to kill worms contain harsh chemicals that will progressively damage the internal organs of the dog. Some of these adverse side effects include cancer, dizziness, visual disorders, reproductive problems, etc.
Look to reliable canine websites for the best natural treatment of pinworms and roundworms. Do not forget to have your pets regularly examined by the vet to check for worms or any canine diseases and give him a good diet to boost his immune system to help fight worm infestation.
