Roundworm infection, or toxocariasis, is a zoonotic disease — a disease that can be transmitted from animals to humans. Dogs and cats are the definitive hosts for the roundworm species that ...

There are many species of roundworms, and two of them cause disease in cats — Toxicaris leonina and Toxocara cati. These worms are 3 to 5 inches long and live in your cat's intestine, consuming ...

While roundworm infestations usually don’t pose a significant health risk for your cat, they can lead to complications for ...

Experts warn of tapeworm and roundworm risks in cats that could also infect humans Experts say the chances of tapeworms and roundworms taking up residence in your feline friends is significantly ...

This tapeworm, Dipylidium caninum, is common in cats and dogs. Microscopic images have revealed the gruesome details of tapeworms and roundworms infesting cats, magnified up to 180 times ...

Fewer than a dozen cases of raccoon roundworm have been reported in humans in California since 1993. ... Although also highly rare, dogs and cats can become infected with raccoon roundworm, as well.

Intestinal parasites, commonly referred to as worms, hide inside your cat where they silently cause harm. Common intestinal parasites in cats include roundworms, tapeworms, and hookworms. Some, like ...