| Q:
How can I tell if my pet has fleas?
A: Some symptoms of flea bites include scratching,
biting, broken skin and hair loss. If you should notice any of
these signs, call our Vancouver veterinary clinic immediately.
Q:
Why should I be careful to protect against fleas?
A: Flea bites do damage beyond irritating your
pet. Flea bites can cause a serious skin condition known as FAD
(flea allergy dermatitis). In addition, fleas often carry tapeworm,
a harmful intestinal parasite. Once allowed into the home, fleas
can quickly cause an infestation, and they will even bite humans
when looking for a host.
Q:
What is Heartworm?
A: Heartworms are the most life-threatening
of the common canine parasites. They live in a dog's heart and
surrounding blood vessels, and can cause heart disease and organ
failure, which can lead to death. Heartworms are spread by mosquitoes,
so any dog may be at risk.
Q:
What are the signs of Heartworm?
A: Since there are often no early signs of
heartworm disease, it is very important to have your family veterinarian
examine and test your dog, a procedure that is both quick and
easy. Call to make an appointment at our Vancouver veterinary
clinic.
Q:
What is Hookworm?
A: Hookworms attach to a dog's intestinal lining with their
hook-like teeth, leaving bleeding internal wounds. As few as 100
hookworms can cause a puppy to die from blood loss. Hookworm larvae
live in soil, and can be swallowed by dogs or penetrate through
a dog's skin. Hookworms are the most common of intestinal parasites,
and infect nearly 20% of dogs in the North America.
Q:
What are the signs of Hookworm?
A: Signs of worm disease include vomiting, diarrhea, bloated
belly, bloody or mucus-laden stool, and loss of appetite. If your
dog has any of these symptoms, call your veterinarian immediately.
Be sure to bring a stool sample for the veterinarian to examine.
Q:
What is Roundworm?
A: Nearly 15% of dogs in North America have roundworms. Roundworms
live in a dog's intestines and cause vomiting, diarrhea, stunted
growth and bloated bellies. A heavy accumulation of roundworms
in a puppy can even lead to death. Almost all puppies acquire
roundworms through their mother's milk. Dogs can also acquire
them by eating rodents, or simply by being on infected soil.
Q:
What are the signs of Roundworm?
A: Signs of worm disease include vomiting, diarrhea, bloated
belly, bloody or mucus-laden stool, and loss of appetite. If your
dog has any of these symptoms, call our Vancouver veterinary clinic
immediately. Be sure to bring a stool sample for the veterinarian
to examine.
Q:
What is Whipworm?
A: Whipworms are a problem practically everywhere in North
America, affecting one in seven dogs. Whipworm infection causes
bloody diarrhea, weight loss, anemia and dehydration. Whipworm
eggs pass into soil, and once living there, are extremely resistant
to the most severe weather conditions.
Q:
What are the signs of Whipworm?
A:
Signs of worm disease include vomiting, diarrhea, bloated belly,
bloody or mucus-laden stool, and loss of appetite. If your dog
has any of these symptoms, call your veterinarian immediately.
Be sure to bring a stool sample for the veterinarian to examine.
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