Can you catch roundworms from dogs?

What is Toxocariasis? Toxocariasis is an animal to human infection caused by the parasitic roundworms commonly found in the intestine of dogs and cats. What are the symptoms? There are two major forms of Roundworm: 1) Ocular Larva Migrans (OLM):. read more

Roundworms (Toxocara canis) are common intestinal nematode parasites of dogs. The parasite is extremely common in puppies; however, a strong immunity begins to develop in most dogs by 2-3 months of age. Consequently, in well-cared-for pet dogs that have been dewormed as young puppies, infection is uncommon. read more

Many dogs do not have signs of infection; however, dogs with major roundworm infections, especially puppies, show diarrhea, vomiting, weight loss, dull hair, and a potbellied appearance. The dog may cough if the roundworms move into the lungs. read more