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Tapeworms grow in the small intestine. Each worm has a "head" that stays attached to the intestine, as well as dozens of egg-filled segments that break off and pass out with the feces when ripe. These passed segments look like cream-colored maggots, about 1/4 to 1/2 inch long, that are visible in the fresh stool or around the anus. Roundworms infest most young puppies and kittens and are acquired from their mother, both before and after birth. Usually the infestation is not apparent and must be diagnosed by a veterinarian through a microscopic exam of the feces. If the infestation is heavy, you can usually spot outer signs such as an enlarged belly, poor weight gain, and perhaps, diarrhea or vomiting. Sometimes whole worms are actually vomited or passed with the feces. They resemble white spaghetti several inches long and will often wiggle when first voided. Usually, only young animals a few weeks old to a few months of age will vomit roundworms. |
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