Lungworm in dogs
Overview
Symptoms
Risk
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Vet treatment
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Prevention
When to worry
Lungworm in dogs
Lungworm in dogs is a serious and potentially fatal disease. Dogs get infected by eating slugs or snails carrying larvae of the parasite Angiostrongylus. Common symptoms include coughing, breathing problems and unexplained bruising. Young, curious dogs and puppies are most at risk.
87% of UK vets have seen cases of lungworm in dogs, with 30% reporting deaths. The numbers and spread of cases are increasing every year. Symptoms of lungworm are varied and early stages are easily-mistaken for other illnesses. The best way to protect your dog against lungworm is with regular preventive care, using a vet-prescribed wormer. Always seek prompt veterinary advice if your dog develops a new and persistent cough or unexplained bruising.
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