Science Daily: Nasty parasitic worm, common in wildlife, now infecting U.S. cats
When veterinarians found half-foot-long worms living in their feline patients, they had discovered something new: The worms, Dracunculus insignis, had never before been seen in cats. The worms can ...
Daily Express: Experts warn of tapeworm and roundworm risks in cats that could also infect humans
Experts warn of tapeworm and roundworm risks in cats that could also infect humans
Let's hope this newly found cat worm doesn't make it to Texas. For the first time, the worm known as Dracunculus insignis has been seen in two cats in the northeast and reported by professors at ...
Which dewormers for cats are best? Worms and other parasites are a common problem for pet owners, even if the pet is kept indoors. While kittens are more prone to getting worms, adult cats can end up ...
Cats are an essential part of our lives, and they make for great pets. But, as with all creatures, they are prone to illness, and one of the most common afflictions that affect cats is ringworm. The ...
Great Pet Care on MSN: Best Heartworm Prevention for Cats: 5 Vet-Approved Picks
While heartworms prefer to infect dogs instead of cats, this mosquito-transmitted parasite is still a major health risk to cats. Although the exact prevalence of heartworms in cats differs by ...
Roundworms are the most common parasites that infect cats. Cat and kitten roundworms live in the intestines, using up ingested nutrients and making your pet weak. This weakness can make your kitten ...
When you hear the word "worm," you’ll likely think about the earthworms you find in your garden bed or under a rock you’ve moved in your yard. Worms that inhabit animals, such as dogs and cats, are ...