will she be alright? she is puking and pooping. that tape worm was about 3 ft. long.
2006-06-25 07:18:54 · 9 answers · asked by donna h 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
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Tapeworms are a very common parasite of dogs and cats. Most commonly transmitted by fleas, this parasite is also transmissible to humans who accidentally eat an infected flea (i.e. infants and children). Treatment for tapeworm infection in pets is easy if the correct drug is used. Click here to learn more about tapeworms and other parasites. Treatment for tapeworm infection in pets is easy if the correct drug is used.
A. Most pet owners can recognize the telltale sign of a tapeworm infection in their dog or cat: small white "sesame seed" segments near the tail or on the bedding.
Tapeworms are flat like a ribbon, and made up of segments called proglottids. The proglottids contain the tapeworm eggs. As the tapeworm grows, the proglottids eventually break off and exit via the anus. These off-white segments can range from approximately 5 millimeters (one quarter of an inch) when moist and moving, to as small as a sesame seed after they have dessicated a few hours later.
Unlike other intestinal worms (please see parasites) that are killed with an oral wormer medication and passed out with the stool, tapeworms require a different medication. This medication is called praziquantel, and has only recently been available without prescription. Please consult with your veterinarian for more information. This drug is available as a pill or as an injection for pets. Once administered, praziquantel will dissolve the tapeworm within the intestine, so this worm is not usually seen passed in the stool (whole worm versus the proglottid segments).
Most veterinarians will dispense this medication to current patients (seen within the last 12 months). Your veterinarian may want to see your pet for an accurate weight, as this medication is dosed according to weight.
2006-06-25 07:25:08 · answer #1 · answered by Edward K 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
After you give the dog the dewormer, they eject the worms. she will probably poop out a bloody mess of worms that will look like speghetti. It's hard to watch, but this is part of the process. I've experienced this many times. But whoever said the dewormer wouldn't get rid of all the worms is right. You need to take her to the vet, especially if there's something else wrong with her.
By the way, the medicine you get as a "dewormer" isn't for tapeworms. Are you sure it's a tapworm? Cause the medication is for round worms and hook worms. You'll need different medication, and if this is the case, it can lead to serious illness or even death if not treated in time.
2006-06-25 07:23:13 · answer #2 · answered by Rockstar 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take her to a vet or pet E.R. as soon as possible. You should never pull out a tapeworm as the head can separate and create a nasty infection. This is likely the case.
2006-06-25 07:24:09 · answer #3 · answered by But why is the rum always gone? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the tapeworm infestation is too large, common dewormer will not get rid of them.
Remember, dewormer is used for preventive purposes, it cannot be relied on to get rid of existing infestations.
Best thing to do, is take your dog to the veterinarian. They will be able to find out the amount of infestation, and the best treatment to get rid of it.
2006-06-25 07:21:58 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am suprised that you even need to ask if she will be okay. NO OF COURSE NOT, she will not be okay. If you can live with yourself knowing that you are letting your dog suffer, to save a few pennies by not taking her to the vet, than you go ahead and let her suffer. Vets exist to treat animal sickness....and people's judgement has been clouded by the access to purchase pet meds readily beliving they can treat things themselves. Please take her.
How would you feel if somone you thought loved you, patted you on the top of the head for comfort, and told you that it probably isnt necessary for you to go to the hospital -- if you were passing one of these things?
2006-06-25 07:25:24 · answer #5 · answered by forever_homes 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to get your dog to the vet ASAP ...she needs to be checked by the vet for a variety of things..dehydration, heart rate, temperature etc....My advice is to load her up now and take her to a vet, even if it's an emergency vet.
Good luck...
2006-06-25 07:46:57 · answer #6 · answered by slyami_2000 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you need to call a 24 hour vets office right away .get off the computer and do it right now.
2006-06-25 07:21:43 · answer #7 · answered by mojomuppet 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to the vet el stupid
2006-06-25 07:22:27 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i agree with mojomuppet do it now.
2006-06-25 07:22:56 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋