Are resistant hookworms common in greyhounds? Can humans get them?

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Has there been many documented cases of resistant Hookworms in ex-racing greyhounds? And, assuming you bath the dog after being rescued is it possible for a human to contract them from petting an infected dog? Pet's info: Dog | Greyhound | Female | spayed | 65 lbs

Susan England-Foster · Accepted Answer

I am not aware of any resistant hookworm infections. However some dogs will take multiple treatments to completely get rid of the hook worms. I would recommend picking up there feces and throwing it away to prevent contamination of the environment. Also I would recommend keeping Fallon on a heart worm prevention that also does hookworm deworming monthly to prevent re-infestation. Typically people do not get parasites from dogs as long as they use proper hygiene. Typically to get parasites you have to have fecal oral contamination. If you just make sure you wash your hands before eating and after picking up the feces you should be fine..

Are resistant hookworms common in greyhounds? Can humans get them?

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