Observe the cat’s coat

A cat’s coat is usually smooth and shiny. If it is infected with parasites, it will become rough, dull, and dry in texture. This may be a symptom of dehydration or malnutrition caused by parasitic infection.

Check your gums

Gently hold the cat’s head and gently open the cat’s upper lip with your fingertips to expose the gums. Healthy gums should be pink in color. If your cat’s gums are white in color, it is most likely due to anemia caused by parasite infection, and you need to consult a veterinarian as soon as possible.

Check cat feces

If the cat’s poop is black, or black with blood, it may be because hookworms are attached to the intestinal wall; if the cat has diarrhea, it may be because the worms occupy the cat’s intestines and interfere with normal digestion. If either of these situations occurs, you need to contact your veterinarian.

Pay attention to vomiting

Although vomiting is a common physiological reaction in cats, if it occurs frequently, the owner should pay attention, because the cat is likely to be infected with worms. This parasite blocks food in the stomach or irritates the gastric mucosa to induce vomiting. Cat vomits.

Cat food intake

If the cat’s food intake decreases, it may be due to loss of appetite caused by too many intestinal worms and heavy intestinal burden. This situation can also cause other symptoms, such as inflammation of the intestinal mucosa, stomach pain, etc.

Physical abnormalities

Some cats will show abdominal swelling if they are infected with parasites and need immediate medical attention.

Drowsiness

The parasites in cats rely on absorbing nutrients from the intestines to survive, which will directly cause cats to lack energy, become weak and lethargic. But this is a comprehensive symptom of multiple diseases. The correct way is to take the cat to the pet hospital for diagnosis.