Protecting your pet from dangerous parasites like heartworms and intestinal worms is a crucial part of their healthcare routine. Around 80% of Australia’s dogs and 75% of cats carry intestinal worms, making regular worming essential for their health and your family’s safety.
At The Village Vet, we offer effective prevention plans to keep your pet free from harmful worms, ensuring they stay happy and healthy.
Why Worm Prevention Is Important
✅ Prevents life-threatening heartworm disease
✅ Protects pets from intestinal parasites that cause digestive issues and malnutrition
✅ Reduces the risk of transmission to humans, especially children
✅ Stops the spread of parasites in multi-pet households
✅ Keeps your pet comfortable and free from discomfort
What to Expect from Our Worming Services
Step 1: Tailored Worming Plan
We create a custom worming schedule based on your pet’s age, lifestyle, and risk factors.
Step 2: Safe & Effective Prevention
We provide vet-recommended worming treatments in various forms, including chewable tablets, liquid doses, and topical applications.
Step 3: Ongoing Protection & Reminders
- Worming treatments are available in the clinics for easy purchase.
- We send reminders when your pet’s next dose is due to ensure consistent protection.
Heartworm Prevention for Dogs
What Is Heartworm Disease?
Heartworm disease is a life-threatening condition caused by parasitic worms living in a dog’s heart and lungs. Over time, the worms block blood flow, leading to heart failure, which can be fatal.
How Is Heartworm Transmitted?
Heartworm is spread by mosquitoes, meaning dogs don’t need direct contact with an infected pet to become affected.
Can Heartworm Be Treated?
If left untreated, heartworm disease can be fatal. Treatment is risky and often focuses on managing symptoms rather than removing the worms. Prevention is always the safest option.
Intestinal Worms in Dogs
Dogs can contract intestinal worms through:
- Mother’s milk (puppies)
- Infected soil, faeces, or contaminated food
- Licking or sniffing other dogs
- Eating raw or undercooked meat (tapeworm risk)
Common Intestinal Worms in Dogs
- Roundworms – Common in puppies, can spread to humans.
- Hookworms – Cause anaemia and digestive issues.
- Whipworms – Lead to chronic diarrhoea and weight loss.
- Tapeworms – Spread via fleas or raw meat consumption.
Recommended Worming Schedule for Dogs
- Every 2 weeks until 12 weeks of age.
- Monthly until 6 months of age.
- Every 3 months for life (or every 6 weeks for high-risk dogs).
Intestinal Worms in Cats
Cats are at risk of contracting worms from:
- Hunting and eating rodents
- Contaminated soil, faeces, or fleas
- Close contact with other infected cats
Common Intestinal Worms in Cats
- Roundworms – Common in kittens, can affect humans.
- Hookworms – Cause weight loss and anaemia.
- Tapeworms – Often spread by fleas.
Recommended Worming Schedule for Cats
- Every 2 weeks until 12 weeks of age.
- Monthly until 6 months of age.
- Every 3 months for life.
Frequently Asked Questions About Worm Prevention
Does my pet need worming if they stay indoors?
Yes! Pets can still contract worms from contaminated environments, fleas, or even their humans bringing in eggs from outside.
Can humans catch worms from pets?
Some intestinal worms can be transmitted to humans, especially children. Regular worming protects both your pet and your family.
Why is heartworm prevention necessary if I don’t see symptoms?
Heartworm disease develops silently and can take months to show signs. By the time symptoms appear, the disease is often advanced and difficult to treat. Prevention is far safer than treatment.
The Benefits of Regular Worming
✔️ Prevents deadly heartworm disease
✔️ Protects against intestinal worms that cause weight loss and illness
✔️ Reduces the risk of transmission to humans
✔️ Keeps your pet comfortable and healthy
✔️ Easy to manage with vet-recommended treatments
Why Choose The Village Vet for Heartworm & Worm Prevention?
🐾 Expert guidance on the best worming schedule for your pet
🐾 Vet-approved, effective worming products
🐾 Convenient in-clinic purchase options
🐾 Dosing reminders to keep your pet protected
🐾 Locally owned and trusted by the community
Protect Your Pet—Get Worming Treatment Today
Ensure your pet is protected from harmful parasites with safe and effective worm prevention. Book an appointment with us today to discuss the best preventive plan!
📅 Book online or call us to secure an appointment:
📍 Pymble Clinic: 9499 4010
📍 Killara Hospital: 8350 5678
