Effective Pet Tapeworm Prevention and Deworming Strateg

What is a Tapeworm?

Tapeworms come in various species, with cats primarily being infected by two types: the Dog Tapeworm and the Pork Tapeworm. However, due to the rarity of cats consuming small animals like mice and lizards in domestic settings, the likelihood of cats contracting the Dog Tapeworm is higher.

Symptoms of Infection

Tapeworm segments, resembling white sesame seeds, may be found attached to feces or around the cat's anus. Alternatively, they can be discovered in the environment, such as on sofas or in cat beds. These segments can be the result of intestinal parasites, like tapeworms, crawling around the cat's anus, causing irritation.

This irritation leads to itching, prompting the cat to repeatedly rub its bottom on the ground. The more it scratches, the more it itches, and the more it scratches. This behavior can also cause the cat to continuously lick its anal area, ultimately leading to redness and inflammation of the anus.

How to Treat Tapeworms

1. Praziquantel: 37mg/kg, taken orally, once.

2. Catspecific Baytril (comprising Praziquantel and Oxantel Pamoate)

(1) One tablet for cats weighing up to 4kg.

(2) Administered orally twice, with an interval of 23 weeks.

Prognosis of Tapeworm Infection

1. Regular deworming to prevent fleas and subsequent tapeworm infections is crucial.

2. There are numerous options for flea prevention, and most conventional external deworming medications are effective.