Symptoms of worm infection

It’s not always easy to determine whether a dog is infected with worms. The most obvious sign is “scooting” – that is, dragging its bottom along the ground. This may indicate tapeworm infection. The dog does it because the egg filled segments shed by the mature tapeworms are expelled via the anus and irritate the dog's bottom.

To avoid worms reaching maturity and affecting your pet's health, and to reduce public health risks, you should worm your pet regularly. Worming with Drontal at least every three months will reduce this risk, but your vet will be able to evaluate your pet's and your family's requirements and advise you on a specific worming routine.

Heavy roundworm infections may cause a distended stomach – particularly noticeable in puppies. And almost any type of intestinal worm can cause vomiting or diarrhoea.

In general, though, by the time symptoms are visible, the worms have reached maturity, and are already damaging your dog’s health. That’s why it’s far better to follow veterinary advice on a specific worming routine, before the symptoms become obvious.

Treatment for worm infections