Q: Do all kittens from rescue shelters struggle with ‘bad’ parasites in their intestines? How can this be treated? A: Kittens from rescue centres are at a much higher risk of being exposed to intestinal parasites. Often the circumstances and conditions under which these kittens ended up at the shelters resulted in a compromised immune […]
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Are you ready for all the spring critters coming out to feast on your pets? Don’t let ticks and fleas ruin the beautiful weather. Here is a few questions and answers on how to combat these parasites. Feed me! Q: What do ticks and fleas feed on? A: Both ticks and fleas need blood to
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Q: I deworm my dogs every four months and I am worried that the worms may build up resistance. Should I switch between products with different active ingredients? A: Firstly, deworming is very important. Many parasites are present in South Africa and cause a variety of diseases. I would recommend deworming more regularly, at least
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Q: How do I know my cat has worms? A: In both cats and dogs, there may not be any clinical signs that they have worms, while other animals show recognisable symptoms. Different types of worms show different signs of ‘worm burden’ or verminosis, and the animal’s age, immune status and the severity of the
Q: Can worms build up a resistance against deworming products? A: Worms can definitely develop resistance to the drugs and changing the type of deworming medication you use from time to time will help prevent this from happening. There is no standard in small animals for when you should change the drug but I would
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Let’s not beat around the bush here. Worms are disgusting. As pet owners, none of us like the idea of these parasites infecting our dogs and cats. The reality though is that many of us lead extremely busy lives, and it’s easy to forget your pet’s deworming routine. Let’s take a closer look at the
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Worms are endoparasites that live inside the body of your pet. They take up residence in your pet’s small intestine or migrate elsewhere in the body, causing disease. Worms in the digestive system feed off digested food particles or your pet’s blood. This can result in a decrease in body condition and weight loss due
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