Can dog roundworms be transmitted to humans?

Dog roundworms can be transmitted to humans. Roundworms are a zoonotic disease. Dogs can become infected by smelling and licking other people's feces outside or eating unclean food. When people pick up dog poop, they accidentally come into contact with the eggs in the feces, and they do not wash their hands after picking up poop. There is a chance of infection, so they must pay attention to daily hygiene.

Symptoms of roundworm infection in dogs

After dogs are found to be infected with roundworms, the specific symptoms include gradual weight loss, pale mucous membranes, loss of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea. Then symptoms such as constipation, abdominal distension, malnutrition and anemia develop. When the infection is severe, white thread-like worms may appear in your dog's vomit and feces. Deworming medication needs to be taken immediately and again after two weeks to ensure the deworming is clean.

Dogs need to be dewormed regularly

Dogs need to be dewormed regularly, otherwise they are very susceptible to parasitic diseases. Usually deworming medicines contain drugs against roundworms, such as Dog Heart Protection and Big Pet. Puppies under 6 months old need to be dewormed every month, and dogs over 6 months old need to be dewormed once every three months.

Precautions for dog deworming

1. Dog deworming may cause minor adverse reactions, such as vomiting, diarrhea, and loss of appetite, which usually resolve within 24 hours.
2. Puppy deworming is best carried out one week after the dog comes home to avoid stress reactions and adverse consequences.
3. It is best to have a one-week interval between dog vaccination and deworming to avoid mutual influence.
4. Pay attention to the dog’s living hygiene and the amount of deworming medication.