Beaphar

what can you do about worms?

What can you do?
People, too, can become infected. Roundworm eggs can be found in places where dogs and cats defecate: public parks and gardens, verges, gardens and sandboxes. Because these are places where children can often be found playing, they run a very real risk of being infected.
In most cases, nothing will happen. The worm larvae will make their way through the body, causing little pockets of infection that are removed by the body’s defence system. Sometimes, however, medical complaints might develop, such as lung or liver conditions. Very rarely, eye disorders may occur.

What can you do for your cat?
To minimize the risk of contamination, it is important that all pet owners worm their pets two to four times a year. Nursing cats and young animals (kittens) should be wormed more often than adult cats. Fleas can also transfer worms to your cat, so it is important to worm your cat after it has suffered a flea infection.

How can you see if your cat is infected?
In many cases, the infection is not visible. Tapeworm segments are sometimes visible in your pet’s faeces and around its anus (in the shape of “rice grains”). Roundworms and hookworms are harder to spot. Cats with worms often show the following signs of infection: decreased appetite, weight loss, lifelessness, a dull coat, etc...However, an infected cat may show no symptoms whatsoever.

What damage can worms do?
Worms will make your cat ill because they affect its organs and tissues. In addition, a worm infection may cause intestinal problems, weight loss and anaemia. Some roundworms and tapeworms can be transferred to and are harmful to humans.

How can you prevent or counter worms?
• Regularly worming of your pet is very important. The complete range of Sherley’s worming products offers various ways of dealing with worms. See the table below for available products.
• Attention to hygiene, cleaning up after dogs and cats. Wash your hands after gardening and/or playing outside, and cover sandboxes.
• Fleas can transmit tapeworms. Worm your pet after every flea infection.

How often do I need to worm my cat?
• Adult animals: preferably four times a year, but at least twice a year.
• Nursing animals: worm at the same time as the kittens