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Tapeworm Tapeworms are intestinal parasites, 2 types of tapeworm are commonly found in cats in the U.K., Dipylidium caninum and Taenia spp. Dipylidium has a life cycle that infects cats through fleas, Taenia spp are spread to cats through the hunting and ingestion of small mammals such as mice. The most common sign of tapeworm infection is the finding of small 'rice grain' like segments on the hair beneath the tail and around the perineum. The control of tapeworm infestation can be carried out with regular worming, we recommend using either Drontal Cat Tablets, or Droncit spot on, or Droncit injection. This should be routinely carried out every 3-4 months unless avid hunters in which case it may be advisable to increase the frequency of treatment. Good flea control will decrease the likelihood of Dipylidium infection. |
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