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My cat is skinny. What's the cost to check and treat for tapeworms?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered

How much would it cost to check a cat for tapeworms along with the medicine/treatment? We are sure he has tapeworms because he's really skinny no matter how much we feed him.

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Answered By Rebecca, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on August 25th, 2017

Cost of an exam and or intestinal parasite exam will vary from clinic to clinic. Your best bet is to call to get a general estimate from the clinic you plan to use. However tapeworms typically do not cause much problem in pets, while they may have them, tapeworms alone are rarely a reason for extreme hunger or weight loss. A veterinary exam and intestinal parasite check is a great first start to try to get Sumba healthy. Good luck and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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