Passed on to puppies and kittens through the mothers milk.Eating raw meat, infected prey animals or parasites.Eating the eggs or larvae of worms (e.g.Transferred from other infected animals.The worm eggs are ingested (typically transferred from hands) and may result in the migration of the worm larvae through the body, causing irritation and potential damage. A decrease in energy or activity levels.Ĭhildren are more of a concern, due to poor hygiene standards.Regular vomiting and frequent loose stools/diarrhoea.A very full or 'pot-bellied ' appearance that occurs in a short amount of time.Occasionally puppies may vomit these up or they can again, be seen in the faeces. Roundworms are long white worms that resemble noodles/spaghetti.For this reason, you may witness your pet scooting its rear across the ground. Tapeworms look like small pieces of rice and can be found around the tail and rear area, sometimes clinging to hair and/or in the faeces.Tapeworms and Roundworms are two of the few that can be seen visually. Puppies and kittens are more susceptible to picking up worms, however, adults are also able to pick them up - worms have no preference! Some types can even be spread to humans and cause diseases. Worms can cause suffering, illness and in some cases death. There has also been recent reports of Tapeworm (which originates in Europe) in Wales. This is due to the increasing risk of Lungworm. The BSAVA now recommends worming your pet every month.

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