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This article was co-written by Pippa Elliott, MRCVS. Dr. Elliott is a veterinarian with over thirty years of experience. She graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1987 and worked as a veterinary surgeon for 7 years. Then, Dr. Elliott worked as a veterinarian in a clinic for over a decade.
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Cats can be infected with many types of worms such as roundworms, hookworms, tapeworms, and filariasis. These worms are not only dangerous to cats, but also pose a risk of infecting people and other pets. So, in addition to deworming kittens, newly adopted cats, and cats with symptoms of worm infestation, you should talk to your veterinarian about a regular worm control and testing program. Knowing when to deworm is just as important as how to deworm it.
Steps
Diagnosing worms in cats
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Check cat poop. The most common sign of worm infection is seeing worms in person . You can look at your cat’s poop to detect worms. The tapeworm segments are often severed and excreted in the feces. These flukes look like small grains of rice. You can even see them move like small worms in fresh manure.
- Look for signs of diarrhea. Some diseases can cause diarrhea in cats. However, all types of intestinal worms such as roundworms, hookworms, and tapeworms can cause loose stools. In other cases, the cat may experience bleeding from the colon and intestinal irritation. [1] X Research Source
- You should collect the worms in a bag and take them to the vet clinic for testing. [2] X Research Source
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Watch for signs of vomiting. Roundworms can cause vomiting in cats. [3] X Research Source Cats can even vomit large worms that look like pasta. [4] X Research Source Vomiting is also a potential symptom of filariasis. As with fecal problems, you should try to collect your cat’s vomit in a small bag. Veterinarians can test vomit to diagnose helminths and many other diseases. [5] X Research Source You should be aware because vomiting is not a sign of a helminthic infection alone, but also a symptom of many other diseases.
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Monitor your cat’s weight. Cats infected with intestinal worms or filariasis may lose weight. Cats’ weight may vary markedly or inconspicuously, [6] X Source of study depending on size and number of worms. In other cases, the cat may have an enlarged stomach and a “bulge belly”. Cats are at risk for roundworms if their bellies are enlarged. [7] X Research Sources
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Check your cat’s gums. A healthy cat’s gums are normally pink. Many worm-like parasites can cause extreme anemia or shock and lead to pale gums. If your cat’s gums are pale, you should make an appointment to see your veterinarian. If your cat is having trouble breathing or is lethargic, you should take her to the vet right away.
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Learn about the types of worms that cats can get. You should know what type of worms your cat has before seeking treatment. Your veterinarian can determine the type of worm your cat has and prescribe the appropriate medication and treatment. You don’t need to know too much about each type of worm, but at least you should know the common types of worms in cats such as:
- Roundworm is the most common parasite in cats. Lactating kittens can get roundworms from their mother’s milk and adult cats are at risk of getting roundworms from feces.
- Tapeworms are segmentable parasites, usually found in the hair around cats’ hind legs. Cats are at risk of tapeworm infection by ingesting fleas that are infected with the tapeworm. [8] X Research Sources
- Hookworms are smaller than roundworms and reside in the small intestine. Hookworms are spread by skin contact or ingestion. Hookworms are a common problem in dogs.
- Lungworms reside in the lungs of cats and are not as common as other worms. Cats are at risk of lungworm infection when they ingest an infected host, such as a bird or rodent. [9] X Trusted Source American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Go to source
- Worms are just the most dangerous parasites. When a mosquito bites an animal infected with filariasis, it carries the larvae of the filariasis in the blood. The larvae will grow and continue to be transmitted to another animal when this animal is bitten in the blood by a mosquito. [10] X Research Source
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Take your cat to the vet. You should not self-treat your cat for worms without the help of a veterinarian. Your veterinarian can analyze stool samples and diagnose worms in cats. You need to collect a stool sample and bring it to your veterinarian for testing. If your cat is suspected of having filariasis, your veterinarian may periodically take a blood sample. [11] X Research Sources There are many different types of worms and each has its own treatment, so you should know exactly which worms your cat has before starting treatment.
- Usually, cats need to be dewormed after 2 weeks or 1 month. Worm treatment is not done once.
- You may find some websites that show you how to treat worms at home with “natural remedies” like herbs and spices. You should not believe these information and it is best to take the cat to the vet clinic. [12] X Research Source
- Deworming newborn or newly adopted kittens. This is the usual procedure whether or not the cat is infested with worms. Kittens need to be dewormed every 2-6 weeks until 3 months old and monthly until 6 months old. Newly adopted kittens should be dewormed immediately with at least 2 additional dewormings every 2 weeks. A mother cat can infect her kittens with worms.
Worm treatment for cats
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Give your cat a prescription medication. Get the medication you need from your veterinarian. You should not give cats, especially kittens, over-the-counter dewormers without consulting your veterinarian. Cats can be given a range of pills or medications in different forms such as tablets, capsules, nuggets, chewable tablets, water, or topical. [13] X Research Source
- Follow your veterinarian’s instructions on how and how often to give your cat medication instead of choosing the medication yourself. Once you know the type of medication and how often you should give it to your cat, you should follow the entire course of treatment prescribed by your veterinarian. Whether it’s oral or topical, you should give it to your cat until the treatment is over.
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Prevent side effects. Drugs tend to be more toxic to the parasites (worms) than to the host (kitties). This is why you need your veterinarian’s help to give your cat the correct medication after being instructed. Some of the side effects of dewormers are diarrhea and vomiting. You should talk to your veterinarian about side effects that may or may not be caused by deworming medications and make sure your cat responds appropriately to the medication. [14] X Research Source
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Treatment of roundworm and hookworm. The most common treatments for roundworm and hookworm in adult cats are Pyrantel Pamoate, Oxime Milbemycin, and Selamectin. Pyrantel Pamoate and Oxime Milbemycin are oral medications, while Selamectin is topical. [15] X Research Sources In the US, Pyrantel Pamoate is available over-the-counter, while Selamectin and Milbemycin Oxime are prescription drugs. Selamectin is not suitable for use in kittens under 8 weeks of age, so kittens should only be given an oral dewormer. [16] X Research Source
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Tapeworm treatment. Two drugs commonly used to treat tapeworms are Praziquantel and Epsiprantel. Both are oral drugs. Praziquantel is available over-the-counter, while Epsiprantel requires a prescription.
- Often, your veterinarian will need to retest the stool to make sure the dewormer is working. You should make sure to follow your veterinarian’s instructions when deworming your cat and take your cat back to the vet to see if the dewormer is working. [17] X Research Source
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Take the cat for a follow-up visit. Your veterinarian will have you know the next appointment. Follow the instructions and take the kitten for a follow-up visit for the next treatment or to make sure the worms have been completely eradicated. You should take your cat to the vet at the request of the veterinarian to help keep the cat happy and healthy.
Give the cat medicine
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Prepare medicine. Shake the vial if necessary or remove the tablets from the vial. You can put the liquid medicine into a pump or dropper. Your veterinarian can tell you which delivery device is ideal. [18] X Research Sources
- Keep medicine out of sight of cats. Cats may spot pills or bottles of water and run the risk of running away. Sometimes, it’s best to prepare the medication a few minutes in advance and wait for the cat to calm down so that the medication can be administered safely.
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Keep the cat calm. After the doctor prescribes the medicine, you need to know how to give the medicine to your cat. The process of giving your cat medication can be a little tricky, but it’s fine if you keep your cat calm and happy. If you’re going to be giving your cat medication at home, you need to know how to calm your cat so that it’s easier to administer the medication.
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Wrap the cat. You can wrap your cat in a small blanket, pillowcase, or towel and leave only the cat’s head out. This will help prevent the cat from scratching or resisting. However, you should make sure the cat is not too scared or suffocated during the wrapping process. You can also try giving your cat medication without wrapping it up to help ease her anxiety. However, the process of giving the medicine will be more difficult when the cat is not wrapped. [19] X Research Source
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Keep cats safe. Sit on the floor and pinch the cat between your legs or place the cat on your lap. You can also ask someone else to help take care of the cat. The process of giving medication will be a lot easier if someone helps. [20] X Trusted Source Washington State University Cplege of Veterinary Medicine Go to source
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Hold the cat’s head properly. Place your thumb and index finger on either side of the cat’s mouth. Be careful because the cat may try to bite you. Even so, it will still be difficult for the cat to get out of your control. [21] X Trusted Source Washington State University Cplege of Veterinary Medicine Go to source
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Tilt the cat’s head back. During this process, you should gently press on the sides of the mouth to open the cat’s mouth. At this point, you must be very calm. If you’re nervous, your cat may sense it and be more fearful than it should be. You should press down on the cat’s lower jaw with your other hand to open the cat’s mouth wider. [22] X Trusted Source Washington State University Cplege of Veterinary Medicine Go to source
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Put the medicine in the cat’s mouth. Place the pill inside your mouth or squeeze the liquid into the inside of one cheek. You should be careful not to get the medicine deep down the throat to avoid choking your cat. [23] X Trusted Source Washington State University Cplege of Veterinary Medicine Go to source
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Help the cat swallow the medicine. Here’s how to help your cat swallow pills most effectively:
- Let the cat close its mouth.
- Lift the cat’s chin so that the nose is facing up.
- Rub the cat’s throat to stimulate the swallowing reflex.
- Hold the position for a few seconds or until the cat has swallowed the medicine. You must be very gentle during this process to avoid choking your cat. [24] X Trusted Source Washington State University Cplege of Veterinary Medicine Go to source
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Make sure the medicine has been swallowed. Release the cat’s mouth, but you must also be careful in case the cat does not swallow the medicine and spit it out. You should only release the cat’s mouth when you are sure the cat has swallowed all the medicine. [25] X Trusted Source Washington State University Cplege of Veterinary Medicine Go to source
- Release is a common problem when cats take capsules. Cats are very difficult to spit out if given liquid medicine.
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Praise the cat after successfully giving the medicine. You can remove the blanket or blanket and praise the cat for being well behaved. You should give the cat snacks, showing care and love because the cat is already very docile. This makes the process of giving the next dose easier. Cats will associate taking pills with good things instead of scary things. Cats may resist and run away at the next dose if forced or too scared.
Preventing worms for cats
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Give your cat a regular anti-parasitic medication. You should consult your veterinarian for more details. Certain medications, such as Selamectin, are effective against many types of fleas, filariasis, hookworms, roundworms, and other parasites. [26] X Research Sources
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Consider keeping your cat indoors. To avoid cats infested with worms, fleas, or rodents that carry worms, you should keep your cat indoors to reduce the risk of infection. Many owners are reluctant to keep their cats indoors because they feel like they are taking away the cat’s freedom. “Why shouldn’t cats be allowed to show their natural instincts in the fresh air and sunshine?” It is this question that guides their decision. To make the right decision, you should weigh the pros and cons.
- Is the risk too great? You should consider road conditions, disease factors, environmental issues, and animal and human factors to make your decision. If you decide to keep your cat indoors to avoid these risks, you should design it so that it resembles the outdoors with scratching areas, windows, and fun climbing objects. [27] X Research Source
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Keep fleas out of your home and yard. In general, you don’t need to worry about outdoor space if you keep your cat indoors. Cats can skillfully kill fleas, especially if not in an area with a lot of fleas. Therefore, you should focus on treating areas that cats often frequent.
- Home : The best flea control tactic is to keep it clean. You should wash your cat’s favorite pillows, blankets, or other items she lays on regularly. Remove fleas, eggs, flea larvae or young fleas. Likewise, you should eliminate anything associated with fleas by vacuuming the carpet. If fleas are too much, you should consider using a spray. During the spraying process, people and all animals should avoid going away according to the instructions on the package. After that, you need to clean the entire house and vacuum again to remove the fleas and eggs as well as toxins left from the spray. [28] X Trusted Source American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Go to source
- Home Yard : Outdoor flea control is often much more difficult. You should start by clearing out organic debris such as grass clippings, leaves, and straw. Fleas prefer to live in dark, moist and shady areas. You should purchase an environmentally safe flea spray and kill it according to the instructions on the product packaging. [29] X Trusted Source American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Go to source
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Regularly empty the litter box for the cat. You should clean the stool regularly to prevent the spread of worms. Wear disposable plastic gloves and a mask if possible to avoid inhaling fecal dust. Put all of your cat’s litter in the trash bag. You can also use paper towels and a natural antibacterial spray to clean the inside of the litter box. You can even thoroughly rinse the litter box with soapy water, then replace it with fresh, clean sand. You should clean the cat litter box 1-2 times a week, depending on the needs of the cat. [30] X Research Source
Things you need
- Cat
- Blankets, pillowcases or towels
- Medicine
- Cat snacks
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This article was co-written by Pippa Elliott, MRCVS. Dr. Elliott is a veterinarian with over thirty years of experience. She graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1987 and worked as a veterinary surgeon for 7 years. Then, Dr. Elliott worked as a veterinarian in a clinic for over a decade.
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Cats can be infected with many types of worms such as roundworms, hookworms, tapeworms, and filariasis. These worms are not only dangerous to cats, but also pose a risk of infecting people and other pets. So, in addition to deworming kittens, newly adopted cats, and cats with symptoms of worm infestation, you should talk to your veterinarian about a regular worm control and testing program. Knowing when to deworm is just as important as how to deworm it.
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