Parasites are a natural part of owning a pet. You’re bound to encounter one or more of them throughout the lifetime of your pet. Almost all puppies and kittens have some type of internal parasite lurking in them, feeding on the blood and protein of its hosts. These parasites can affect your pet’s ability to absorb nutrients, and without treatment, they can potentially damage the lining of the intestinal tract. Be alert to the hidden health threat. Most internal parasites, commonly called worms, live in a pet’s intestines where they feed and reproduce.
How do I know if my pet has worms?
Cats: A number of intestinal parasites will produce no visible symptoms in your cat at all – or at least not at first. Other parasites such as the tapeworm will usually be visible in your cat’s feces and in the hair or on the skin around his anus.
Other symptoms of worms in cats may include:
- Vomiting
- Persistent dry cough
- Swollen abdomen
- Anemia
- Diarrhea
- Persistent scratching around the anus
- Weight loss
- Eating a great deal without putting on weight
- Breathing problems
- Bad breath
Dogs: In many cases you may not even know that your dog has worms without having a sample of his feces analyzed. Certain intestinal parasites such as tapeworm however are usually clearly visible either clinging to the skin or hair around the dog’s anus or in a fresh feces.
Other symptoms of worms in dogs may include:
- Weight loss
- Gastrointestinal disturbances
- Diarrhea
- Anemia
- Scratching, particularly around the base of the tail
- Vomiting
- Mild to severe coughing
- Eating a great deal without putting on weight
- Bad breath
What are the consequences of not treating internal parasites?
In some cases, apart from slight irritation, your pet may not be too concerned about a mild worm infestation. However a number of internal parasites can be life threatening, particularly in large numbers. Some pets may even develop a hypersensitivity to worms, which can cause serious complications.
If you are concerned about your pet’s symptoms consult a holistic vet for advice before resorting to over-the-counter remedies.
How are worms usually treated?
When it comes to getting rid of worms many people head straight for over-the-counter treatments, many of which are excessively harsh and often less than effective. Some may even be harmful in the long run.
How can natural remedies help?
When it comes to your pet’s health, natural remedies are usually a good place to start. Although a number of conventional de-worming treatments are very effective, most, if not all, are chemically-based and may be harmful to your pet in the long-term. Continual de-worming with conventional products may also weaken your pet’s immune system. Holistic practitioners recognize that the whole animal should be treated to maximize health and reduce imbalance in the system caused by a variety of environmental and dietary stresses. A combination of natural medicine, healthy diet and regular exercise will help to protect your pet against parasitic infection.
We recommend Parasite Dr.
What is Parasite Dr.?
Parasite Dr. is a 100% herbal remedy especially formulated for the healthy and effective expulsion of intestinal parasites such as roundworm, heartworm and tape worm.
Containing herbs especially chosen for their known anti parasitic, antiseptic and bactericidal properties, Parasite Dr. can help to rid your pet of unhealthy infestations of internal parasites without the unwanted side effects sometimes associated with synthetic parasite medication.