Worms in cats and kittens · Worms in cats and kittens Overview Intestinal worms are a common problem in cats and kittens, without regular treatment most will catch them at some point
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Worms in cats and kittens
Overview
Intestinal worms are a common problem in cats and kittens,
without regular treatment most will catch them at some point in
their life.
Worms steal food and cause damage to the gut lining, it’s rare
for them to cause serious illness in adult cats but common for
them to cause problems in kittens.
Regular deworming will prevent problems from developing.
General information
Worms live in the intestines, steal food and cause damage to the gut
lining. Although worms rarely cause serious problems in adult cats,
they can cause very serious illness (such as dehydration, anaemia,
gut blockages and even death) in kittens.
Covid-19 update
At the moment, your veterinary practice might not be able to
dispense your cat’s usual prescription worming treatment. Non-
prescription products are available online and from pet shops, which
you may need to consider using until your vet is operating a full
service again. Contact your vet if you are concerned, or your pet has
a specific condition which requires a prescription worming treatment.