FM1 Pt3-3 Worming Treatment Flashcards
Why is worm control important for all cats, according to ESCCAP?
To minimize infection pressure to humans (zoonoses) and other animals, as it’s difficult to control where outdoor cats defecate.
What factors does ESCCAP consider when identifying risk factors for internal worms in cats?
Cat type, health status, environment, nutrition, and travel.
How often should kittens be treated for roundworms?
Frequently from about 6 to 16 weeks of age.
How often should outdoor cats that hunt be treated for roundworms and tapeworms?
Every 2 to 3 months.
What are the most common intestinal worms affecting cats?
Roundworms and tapeworms.
What symptoms can heavy worm infestations cause in cats?
Weight loss, vomiting, diarrhea, irritation around the anus, and failure to thrive.
Which roundworms are most common in cats?
Toxocara cati and Toxascaris leonina.
How can Toxocara cati be passed from queens to kittens?
Through the milk she produces.
What are the most common tapeworms that infect cats worldwide?
Dipylidium caninum and Taenia taeniaeformis.
How is Dipylidium caninum transmitted to cats?
By fleas; cats become infected when they swallow an infected flea during grooming.
What are hookworms and what symptoms can they cause in cats?
Hookworms are small intestinal roundworms that can cause weight loss, bleeding, and anemia by damaging the lining of the intestine.
Name some other types of worms that can infect cats.
Heartworm (Dirofilaria immitis), lungworm (Aelurostrongylus abstrusus, Capillaria spp.), eyeworm (Thelazia callipaeda).
Why should worming products be recommended by a veterinary professional rather than purchased from pet shops or supermarkets?
Products from pet shops or supermarkets are often old, less effective, or even less safe; veterinary professionals can provide tailored advice on safe and effective treatments.
