All That You Need To Know About Hookworms in Pets
Worms are one of the most common and widespread diseases in pet animals especially cats and dogs. One such type of worms known as hookworms affects pets in large numbers every year. While it is imperative to cure your pal of these nasty parasites, it is important to know how they affect your dogs or cats and what these intestinal worms are all about. Hookworms in Dogs Hookworms in dogs are caused in many ways than you can think of. These worms are generally transmitted from an infected animal either by eating their feces or food contaminated with such worms. These pesky creatures invade the body and spread quickly and cause havoc in the digestive system. Due to the fact that hookworms can be transferred from animal to animal, it becomes highly difficult to protect your pal from such a disease. Hence, it is important to take note of the symptoms because early detection can go a long way in curing your fuzzy pal. Symptoms of hookworms in dogs include: • • • •
Anemia Appetite Loss Dark or Blood-red Stools Diarrhea