Can cats get worms like dogs do?

Answer by  Philedupwithknowlege (384)

Yes. Your cat just like dogs can get and should be vaccinated against heart worms. Heartworm is transfered to cats by mosquitoes that bit dogs infected with heartworm.

Answer by  Actually (44)

Yes, cats can get worms. Kittens can get worms also. The best worm medicine is what you get from a vet, it would be age and size appropriate.

Answer by  thewerewolfmage (520)

Cats can get worms. The most common would be tape or round. There are many wormers for cats, but the best thing to do is take the cat to the vet. They can tell which type of worm the cat has and how to treat it. Be careful, as it is possible for humans to get worms form cats.

Answer by  Kelmaz (339)

Yes cats get worms like dogs do and it can be treated very easily the best treatments and the ones that last longest are prescribed by your vet,although over the counter ones may be used but they may not be as affective and much harder to calculate the correct dosage.