My dog has tapeworms, is this contagious to my child?
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2 Responses to “Are tapeworms contagious to my child?”
Tapeworms are not directly transmitted from a pet to humans. We are susceptible to tapeworms, but only by actually ingesting a flea. If the pet sleeps in bed with the child be very careful as it could be possible for fleas to get into the mouth of the child. Make sure you not only treat your pet for the tape worm, but also the fleas.
Tapeworms are not directly transmitted from a pet to humans. We are susceptible to tapeworms, but only by actually ingesting a flea. If the pet sleeps in bed with the child be very careful as it could be possible for fleas to get into the mouth of the child. Make sure you not only treat your pet for the tape worm, but also the fleas.
Tammy R. Evans, DVM
Caring For Life, Inc.
Cocoa, FL
Same answer you vet could give you: NO
Phillip McHugh, DVM
Park Veterinary Hospital
Durham, NC