Question by mario r: I just found out my dog has whipworms, but I also have two cats at home. Can they get whipworms from my dog?
We did a fecal test on my dog and we just found out she has whipworms, so we are taking her in to get a dewormer. They told us she picked it up outside. I also have two indoor cats. Can they get whipworms from my dogs? Should I get them checked too???…How serious is this and will my dog keep getting whipworms now? I guess since she got it outside, can she keep on getting them even after she gets treated?

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Answer by DP
Yeah, even tho you treat the dog for worms, and get rid of them, If she comes into contact again, then she’ll pick them up again.

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Question by milla: Can my dog get worms from a cat who was just treated for worms?
My friend took his cat to the vet yesterday and the cat was treated for worms. Is it safe to take my dog over to his house? I guess I’m more concerned about my dog catching worms from the couch where his cat has laid (is that possible?) since the cat is now quarantined in its’ own room.

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Answer by Boombee
As long as your dog doesn’t go rummaging through the cats little box, your dog should be alright. Hey…you sit on the couch too, right?

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Question by bucaneers57: I have been petting my dog all weekend, i have just realized he has ring worm after he rolled over?
and i oberserved round lesians on his stomach. Since i was petting him i wanted know if by me just petting him will i get ringworm?

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Answer by Susan S
The spores can live in the environment for up to 13 months and are very hard to get rid of, so reinfection of animals is also a common problem. As well, children are highly susceptible to these infections, so it is very important to rid the household of this fungus as soon as possible.

This disorder usually appears as a lesion upon the skin of an animal or human and requires medical attention. It looks like a rapidly growing circular patch of broken hair in most cases. The patch may look somewhat inflamed and appear to have “dandruff” like flakes on it. However, sometimes it is very hard to spot ringworm, especially in dogs.

A veterinarian can usually diagnose ringworm by using an ultraviolet light. In some cases however, this isn’t enough and a sample of hair or scrapping of the skin is needed for further diagnosis. Treatment is basically in the form of antifungal pills and/or topical medications such as creams or medicated shampoos.

The major problem is getting rid of the spores in your home so they don’t reinfect your pets. Most spores are shed through the fur into the carpet, so occasional “dip” baths may be required to kill the spores that may linger on the fur of your dog. As well, it is recommended that you destroy all pet bedding, blankets, brushes/combs, and other items used by the canine.

Any items that cannot be thrown out need to be soaked thoroughly in a solution of hot water and Betadine or Iodophor for one hour. They should then be rinsed in a mixture of water and .5% chlorine bleach. Drying the items outdoors in sunlight will also help. Vacuum your house thoroughly and be sure to immediately dispose of the vacuum bag. Then have all carpets and upholstery steam-cleaned and wash all walls with a mixture of water and chlorine bleach. If you have an air filter in your home, you must also dispose of the filter.

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Question by David C: My dog just vomited what looked like spaghetti noddles clumped together is it round worm?
Earliest appointment we could get with the Vet was tomorrow morning but I just want to get some opinions on whether or not this is probably round worm so I don’t have to rush him to the Vet Hospital and wait for the appointment tomorrow morning… thanks to all who answer in advance

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Answer by texas_angel_wattitude
Yes it could very much be roundworm in fact you described them perfectly. They will do a fecal test on your dog and give medication. I know there is worming medications available over the counter not sure if its for round or ring worm though. Make sure you clean your yard very well dogs get it from Consuming infective worm eggs from soil in the environment (generally through normal grooming,Nursing from an infected mother dog,Consuming a prey animal (usually rodent) that is carrying developing worms or are born with it if the mom is infected

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Question by mid97a: I think my dog has roundworms, I just saw a white worm in her stool. Can I get it if she sleeps with me?
It was white and had the apperance of spaghetti.

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Answer by DP
No…

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