No, do not use human toothpaste for your dog....
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Determining if your dog needs a dental exam can be difficult, as dogs are usually quiet about their dental needs....
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To treat or prevent parasite infections at home, it's essential to be vigilant about your pet's hair coat, symptoms, and overall well-being....
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Yes, deworming is necessary for cats....
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While it's not very common, there are instances where humans can be exposed to parasites from dogs....
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There are several deworming medications available, and the specific medication used depends on the parasite that needs to be treated....
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If your cat isn't dewormed and continues to live with intestinal parasites, they can become re-exposed and acquire more parasites over time....
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Parasitic infections are generally unpleasant and can cause various symptoms in your dog, such as itching or bloating....
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While there are some over-the-counter deworming products available, it's essential to know which parasite you're treating before administering any ...
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There are multiple treatments available for dog parasites, depending on the type of parasite your dog has....
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There are many over-the-counter treatments available for dog parasites, some of which may be safe and effective, while others may not be....
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Kittens should be dewormed multiple times throughout their early development due to the intermittent egg-laying and life cycles of parasites....
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Whether all pets in the home need treatment depends on the type of parasite....
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Yes, indoor cats can still get parasites....
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Intestinal parasites can be prevented....
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Yes, there are medications available to prevent intestinal parasites in cats....
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Some parasites can be passed from a cat to a person, which is known as a zoonotic disease or zoonotic parasite....
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First, have a fecal sample analyzed at your veterinarian's office to identify if your cat is harboring any intestinal parasites....
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Most cats get intestinal parasites through fecal-oral transmission, meaning they get exposed to fecal material containing eggs that are then ingest...
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Your cat is tested for worms with a fecal material sample. You'll need to collect some fresh fecal material from the litter box....