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What types of worms are we talking about?
Signs your pet might have worms
How pets get worms
How to get rid of worms in pets
How often should you worm your pet?
What happens after worming?
keeping your pet worm-free
Worms are gross but very common in pets. If your dog is scooting across the carpet or your cat looking a bit under the weather, worms might be the problem. No one is keen on the idea of worms crawling inside of a pet, but the truth is, most dogs and cats will get worms at some point. The good news? We know the solution. Scroll to find out more.
Roundworms – the most common, especially in puppies and kittens.
Tapeworms – often passed on by fleas or from eating raw meat.
Hookworms - Rarer in the UK, but still possible
Whipworms – Also rare in the UK, but again, still possible.
Dogs:
Bum scooting (dragging their rear across the floor)
Worms in poo or stuck around the bottom
Pot belly (especially in puppies)
Vomiting or diarrhoea
Weight loss despite normal eating
Dull coat or low energy
Cats:
Visible worms in poo or sick (tapeworms look like rice grains)
Excessive licking around the bum
Weight loss or poor appetite
Tummy troubles
Bloated belly
Eating infected poo, dead animals, or raw meat
Swallowing fleas (yes, really – flea larvae can carry tapeworm eggs)
From their mum (puppies and kittens can get roundworms in the womb or through milk)
Drinking from puddles or sniffing slug trails (lungworm danger)
Worming treatment
Tablets (some hide well in cheese or ham) like Itch Wormer Tablets for dogs and cats
Spot-on treatments
Chews or liquids (for the fussy ones)
Don’t use human dewormers — they’re not the same and can be dangerous for animals.
Your vet might suggest specific treatments depending on the type of worm and your pet’s lifestyle. For example, lungworm requires prescription-only medication.
Treat all your pets
If you’ve got more than one pet, it’s wise to treat them all — worms love a house share. Even if the others aren’t showing signs, they could be carrying the eggs.
Flea treatment is a must
Tapeworms and fleas go hand-in-hand, so if your pet has one, it probably has the other. Treat for fleas at the same time to break the cycle. Itch Flea treatment protects cats and dogs from fleas, ticks and lice. Get your first month free when you sign up today!
Puppies: every 2–4 weeks until 12 weeks old, then monthly until 6 months.
Adult dogs: every 3 months (more often if they’re scavengers or big on sniffing).
Kittens: every 2–3 weeks until 12 weeks, then monthly until 6 months.
Adult cats: every 3 months (indoor-only cats may need it less often — ask your vet).
If your pet hunts, eats raw meat, or lives with young children or vulnerable people, you want to worm more often. Find out what we recommend for your pet here.
You might notice dead worms in your pet’s poo for a day or two after treatment — this is totally normal (and satisfying, in a weird way). Some pets might have a mild upset tummy. But if they’re still poorly after a few days, give your vet a ring.
Worm treatments kill adult worms but don’t prevent reinfection, which is why regular worming is so important.
Once you’ve treated the worms, the key is keeping them gone:
Stick to a worming schedule
Treat for fleas regularly
Pick up dog poo promptly (in your garden too!)
Don’t let pets eat raw meat unless it’s vet-approved
Wash your hands after handling pets or poo
If your dog’s a bin raider or your cat’s a bird assassin, you might need to worm more often.
Worms in pets are unpleasant, sure, but also incredibly common and easy to treat. A good worming routine, a bit of vigilance, and regular flea control will keep the parasites at bay.
So next time you spot your dog scooting across the carpet or your cat coughing up something suspicious, you’ll know what to do. Your furry friend will thank you — even if they don’t show it.
Intestinal worms can cause serious health issues for your pet and your family, but with a regular de-worming schedule you can protect your pet, home and family from these persistent parasites.
Itch Wormer tablets kills all common intestinal worms and prevent larvae from hatching and multiplying, until your pet's next regular treatment.
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