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Also, because it takes 2 weeks for eggs to become infective after being shed in the feces, direct contact with roundworm-infected dogs has very low risk for infection (risk is not zero, however, because small numbers of eggs have been recovered from the hair coats of puppies that are infected with roundworms).
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www.medscape.com/viewarticle/573090
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Adult roundworms live in the affected dog's intestines. Many dogs do not have signs of infection; however, dogs with major roundworm infections, especially puppies, show weight loss, dull hair, and a potbellied appearance.
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www.petsandparasites.org/dog-owners/roundworms.html
www.petsandparasites.org/dog-owners/roundworms.html
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Adult dogs remain susceptible to reinfection with roundworms throughout their lives. 4. Dogs with predatory habits should have a fecal examination several times a year. Rodent control is desirable since rodents may serve as a source of roundworm infection for dogs.
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www.sniksnak.com/doghealth/roundworms.html
www.sniksnak.com/doghealth/roundworms.html
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What dogs can get Roundworm? ... Many dogs with Roundworm experience a Roundworm infection of the lungs, which leads to vomiting, coughing, and other symptoms. Parasitic infections such as Roundworm may cause adverse effects on a dog's health, such as malnutrition, loss of appetite, and lethargy.
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www.roundwormsindogs.com/
www.roundwormsindogs.com/
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Article describing the common symptoms and signs of roundworms in dogs. ... Symptoms of Roundworm in Dogs ... This is probably the first symptom that many dog owners notice when their dog is infected with Roundworm. Dogs with Roundworm may have bloody, irregular stools, and may even have visible adult Roundworms in their feces.
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www.roundwormsindogs.com/symptoms-of-roundworm-in-dogs....
www.roundwormsindogs.com/symptoms-of-roundworm-in-dogs.php
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Transmission, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and control of roundworms (ascarids, Toxascaris leonina, Toxocara canis) in dogs. ... Roundworms, often called 'ascarids,' are the most common parasite of the digestive tract in dogs and cats. Most puppies are infested ... How are roundworm infestations in pets diagnosed?
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www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?c=2+1622&aid=762
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Roundworms are intestinal parasites that can be passed to and from any warm-blooded animal. The most common internal parasite, roundworms are especially prevalent in puppies. Puppies are infested in utero, through transplacental transfer from a roundworm infested mother. ... Explore Dogs...
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dogs.about.com/od/healthandwellness/g/Roundworm.htm
dogs.about.com/od/healthandwellness/g/Roundworm.htm
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Dog Diseases, Illnesses and Conditions, symptoms, treatments and causes when known. ... The most common internal parasite, roundworms are especially prevalent in puppies. Puppies are infested in utero, through transplacental transfer from a roundworm infested mother. ... About Dogs - Roundworm - Dog Disease Glossary...
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dogs.about.com/cs/disableddogs/p/roundworm.htm
dogs.about.com/cs/disableddogs/p/roundworm.htm
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Dogs are victims of several internal parasites frequently referred to as worms. The most common are the roundworms that infest most puppies at some time in their young lives and tapeworms that can be a big problem when flea infestations are high.
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www.canismajor.com/dog/worms.html
www.canismajor.com/dog/worms.html
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