WHAT IS A PARASITE for Dog ?
WHAT IS A PARASITE?
External Dog parasites are pretty common among dogs. A parasite is an organism that lives off the resources your Dog has to offer: namely, fresh blood (which most Dog parasites drink) and a warm place to stay (in and on the skin and fur).
What are the common Dog parasites that might affect my dog?
There are a wide range of Dog parasites that affect dogs:
- Fleas
- Ticks
- Mites
- Lice
All of these Dog parasites cause adverse reactions in your dog: typically, itching and inflamed skin, a dull coat, and bald spots. In advanced cases, your Dog may develop anemia (blood loss) and become generally debilitated (particularly if he or she is very young, very old, or suffering from another condition).
In addition to this, many Dog parasites convey secondary and internal Dog parasites to your Dog – for example, fleas usually carry the common tapeworm (which causes constipation and flatulence), and ticks can cause a variety of much more serious problems like Lyme’s disease and paralysis.
In today’s newsletter, we’re going to be looking at fleas: what they are, how to tell if your dog’s affected, and how to get rid of them।
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