What are dog parasites?

Apr 25,2024
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Types of parasites in dogs:

1. Hookworms: can directly penetrate the skin and infect, causing severe itching, anemia, diarrhea and other symptoms in dogs.

2. Roundworms: Roundworms live in the small intestine and stomach of dogs. They mainly harm puppies between 1 and 3 months old. In severe cases, they can cause death.

3. Fleas: Fleas are external parasites that feed on the blood of animals and may cause itching in dogs.

4. Ticks: Ticks will suck a large amount of the dog's blood. If there are too many ticks on the dog, it may cause anemia symptoms.

5. Heartworm: It is caused by large roundworms. This parasite mainly exists in the blood vessels of the lungs and the heart.

6. Ear mites: Ear mites are tiny parasites in the ear canal.

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