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Common Parasites That Affect Dogs
Dog parasites split into internal, living in the gut, and external, on the skin. Roundworms, hookworms, heartworm, and tapeworms live inside; mange mites, ticks, and fleas live on the surface, and each brings its own risk.
Does My Cat Really Need Deworming?
Even cats that never go outside can still pick up internal and external parasites, because owners may unknowingly carry flea eggs and worm larvae home on their shoes and clothing. Routine deworming plus a clean, regularly disinfected living space is the most reliable way to keep a cat parasite-free.
Do Cats or Dogs Have More Parasites?
Cats and dogs share most parasites, so neither has 'more'; the load depends on environment and health. Roundworms, hookworms, tapeworms, and others cause real harm, and a regular deworming schedule keeps them down.
Parasites on a Kitten: What to Do
Parasites are common in kittens—both internal worms (roundworm, tapeworm, hookworm) and external ones (fleas, mites). Beyond regular deworming, the living environment must be disinfected, since where the kitten has parasites, the home does too. Follow weight- and age-based dosing carefully.
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