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6 Effective Ways: How To Get Rid Of Tapeworms In Cats?

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A sick pet is the absolute treacherous pain any cat owner can go through. Everything is done to make them feel better, but they’re still ill.

Tapeworms are the worst illnesses for cats to contract. These tiny microscopic worms cause a lot of harm in your cat’s insides. A tapeworm’s main job is to lodge themselves onto the walls of the cat’s intestine and stay there as far as they wish, even years!

That gives just Goosebumps. Surely there has to be a hint or way to prevent these creatures from impacting our pets intestines and worsening their health. Lucky for you, this article has six different useful ideas on how to get rid of tapeworms in cats.

 

The Definition of a Tapeworm

Starting as larvae, and then hatching into an adult worm that can reach the span of either 4 inches or even a length of 12-18 inches! Disgusting!

There are two types of tapeworms: the Dipylidium Caninum and Echinococcus. Echinococcus can be more harmful than the other. It will enlarge cysts in the liver, lungs, or other organs in a Cat’s system.

 

What are the Symptoms?

It may not be the job you want to do, but check your cat’s faces. You can easily see the worms as tiny white specks wiggling around, possibly even decapitated. Don’t be relieved. Those parasites are still inside your cat.

Also, you must check out if your cat is vomiting or has diarrheal issues. If you notice that your cat is licking around the edges of its bottom too often, then it’s time for a check-up.

These worms can cause your cat to lose weight if they’re around for long periods due to the tapeworms taking in their needed nutrients. And they’ll make your cat all the more uncomfortable. And itchy, too.

 

How Do Cats Get Tapeworms?

The primary cause for cats to contract tapeworms is due to pesky fleas. Fleas carry tapeworm larvae. Once digested, caterpillars will venture to the cat’s intestine, latch on, and then begin to grow in size.

Fleas are not only inside your home, but they also occupy themselves in boarding kennels, at the groomers, in pet stores, or even veterinarian clinics. Outside is the most common place for your cat to get fleas. It’s where they gladly pay out most of their time.

 

How to Get Rid of Tapeworms?

It’s crucial to see the vet before going through with any treatments. Bring a feces sample for the vet to experiment.

Here is where plans for treatment come into play.

 

1. Medication

Your vet will recommend medications such as injections or even oral medication also called ‘dewormers.’ Medication will help dissolve worms in the intestines. No adverse side effects will harm your cat.
Doctors recommend as much medication as possible. It’s unknown how many doses you may need for fast recoveries. Excessive medication could end up messing up your cat’s health even more.

Another tip is to give your cat ‘flea and tick preventive medication’ throughout the year. Home Remedies will also save enough amount of money if you stick with them first.

 

2. Home Remedy Secrets

Pumpkin Seeds: Pumpkin seeds are full of enriching vitamins that can kill larvae and adult tapeworms. For at least a week, add a tablespoon of crushed pumpkin seeds

Parsley Water: Tea made out of parsley water will help your cat’s digestive system. Steam fresh parsley in a bowl of water and then add 1/2 tablespoon of the cooled tea into your cat’s water dish for the next ten days.

 

3. Clean Your Cat’s Litter-box

It’s not the most pleasant of all chores, but someone needs to get it done. The litter box contains a multitude of germs and risks of tapeworms. Dispose of all those soiled litter quickly and regularly. Your cat will well appreciate you for giving their litter box a needed scrub. It’s not just home to parasites, but it can get pretty sticky.

 

4. Reduce Outside Adventures

Being the boss is puzzling at times. The outside world contains a micro world of tapeworm larvae. In the end, your cat will thank you. That’s where they pick up the most risk for tapeworms. You may even have to turn your ordinarily outside cat into an indoor cat just for their safety. Use sprays, traps, or other methods in your home or yard.

Other critters such as rabbits or rodents also carry these fleas. Ingesting a mouse with worms is a high risk as eggs for worms will hatch and will make a home inside your cat’s intestines. Therefore the more time your cat spends around these critters, the more increase in risk they have in the form of worms.

 

5. Flea Prevention

Fleas are the ultimate cause for a cat’s tapeworm as they harbor the larvae right in their skin. Buy flea control treatments and regularly use around the house. By using insect growth regulators and also putting your cat on a monthly flea product, it will kill off the larvae and prevent any possible harm from worms.

 

6. Keep Your Cat from Getting Affected!

As the owner, it’s your job to prevent your beloved pet from contracted tapeworms in the first place. Follow through with this list of preventions and your cat will lead a healthy life.

 

Conclusion

Caution. Tapeworms are transmittable. They’re not contagious like a cold, but keep a close watch for fleas. Dogs can also contract tapeworms by ingesting them in the same way as cats. And in rare cases, humans, too!

Children are the most at risk of developing tapeworms. The symptoms are mild, but it’s best to get the proper aid as soon as possible. Make sure that your children regularly wash their hands after playing with the family cat. Don’t ever touch pet’s feces with your hands. That’s how they ingest tapeworms.

Tapeworms are never fun. And now you know their adverse effects on health. That’s why it’s the best option to prevent cats from contracting tapeworms. Be a good pet parent.

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