i got this kitten from a friend of mine. i havent had a cat in like 8 years so me and my kids are attatched and we just found out the kitten has worms. i love this kitten!! this may sound kinda dumb but can humans or kids get this. i am freakin out a little and plan on calling vets tomorrow. we got medicine from walmart but i dont trust it and she has never had shots.
2007-10-14 17:31:53 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
i looked it up online and it is roundworms that she has. thank you everyone for your replies. i will get her seen right away.
2007-10-14 18:26:26 · update #1
The vets all have prices figured out on the standard stuff. You can call around to several different ones and ask their standard rates for a checkup and for shots for a new kitten.
The rates here in the Milwaukee area are $35 for a checkup, $15 for the rabies shot and $18 for the 3-in-1 shot.
Worming is cheap, take in a poop sample and they'll get the medicine that's right for the particular parasite. Yes, some worms are transferable to people, but if you wash your hands when you've scooped the litter, that eliminates a lot of it.
2007-10-14 17:40:31 · answer #1 · answered by Elaine M 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Find a pet vac. This is a vet that travels around. They are ALOT cheaper than a regular vet. As to whether you can get worms, yes and no. It depends on the type of worm. If the worms are small, you should be safe. If they are larger, SEE A VET to determine which one it is. He/she can give more details. As for the Wal-Mart meds, they might help, but keep an eye on the kitty. Most worms can be deadly for cats, especially younger kittens. Hope this helps.
2007-10-14 17:46:09 · answer #2 · answered by carjack6464 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, humans can contract worms. Dont let it lick your face. they should be wormed every 3 weeks for a total of 3 times at least. Stool sample should be given as well as they also can acarry other parasites not seen by eye that is also contagious to humans.
At my vet:
office call 31
wormer 9.50
shot- 19.00
fecal-19.00
due in three weeks for 2/3 shots and 2/3 dewormer.. no office call
three more weeks... shot 3/3 and dewormer 3/3 and rabies.
then spay or neuter.
Alot of wormer is sold in store, a lot works. pyrantel is a good choice.
2007-10-14 17:42:59 · answer #3 · answered by Amy B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Please don't give her over the counter worm medicine unless your vet tells you to. You are right not to trust it.
2007-10-14 18:04:01 · answer #4 · answered by kc 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋