Lungworm is a generic term for a parasite that infects the lungs. I’ve thankfully never diagnosed a case of cat lungworms during my veterinary career so far. While it can go undetected and not ...

Cats get lungworm from the environment. The parasite infects slugs, snails, frogs, lizards, cockroaches, birds, and rodents. Cats get infected when they drink water or eat animals infected ...

Aelurostrongylus abstrusus, a metastrongyloid nematode, is recognised as the principal lungworm infecting domestic cats. This parasite is of global significance due to its widespread distribution ...

Left too long lungworm can damage a cat’s airways or more serious complications can occur, such as fluid build-up in the lungs, pneumonia, heart problems and unfortunately it can be fatal.

Additionally, slugs and snails are prone to lungworm, and cats eating these creatures may become infected. Fleas: Certain pests, such as fleas, are known carriers of certain types of worms, ...

LUNGWORM is a deadly parasite, leaving dogs with worms in their blood, lungs and bloodstream. ... Dr Scott said: "Cats have a different species, but absolutely [they can get lungworm].

GUELPH, ON, Dec. 3, 2018 /CNW/ - Whether you take your dog or your cat to the vet, you have probably heard something about worms. Part of a complete pet health strategy includes protecting pets ...

On high alert: Cats and dogs are in danger of lungworm, a parasite they can pick up from slugs and snails by eating them. And yesterday, floods left parts of the motorway network paralysed.

The prevalence of lungworm in the fox population is now at 18.3%. Lungworm prevention must be given monthly and can only be prescribed by your vet. Speak to your vet for more information.

Lungworm can be fatal to dogs - and it can be found right across the UK. Data shows that cases have been found in the Penrith and Windermere areas. There are also cases reported in the surrounding ...