Parasite Testing and Control

Our pet dogs and cats are vulnerable to infection by a wide variety of intestinal parasites, including roundworms (pictured at right), hookworms, tapeworms, whipworms, Giardia, and Coccidia. Unfortunately, some of these parasites can be transmitted to people. In order to keep your pet and your family as healthy as possible, our animal clinic recommends annual testing of pet feces for intestinal parasites as well as the monthly administration of medication to prevent infection. The specific recommendations for your pet will depend on their lifestyle and will be discussed with you directly by our veterinary technicians and veterinarians