My multi-cat home has Giardia. How can I prevent reinfection?

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Currently, I'm dealing with the giardi parasite in my multi-cat household (3). I could sure use some tips. I hear it is extremely hard to get it fully resolved. The cats are being medicated with Panacur, and are through the first week. I have to wait a week, and then treat again for another five days. Right now, I'm busy vacuuming, dusting and mopping everything to get rid of spores. I'm thinking of tossing out the cat tree and scratching post. No carpeting. Anything else I can do? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 11 months and 3 days old | 14 lbs

Jessica Keay, DVM · Accepted Answer

I am sorry to hear about your issue! I would also recommend bathing your cats, as the spores can cling to the fur and cause reinfection, especially with cats grooming themselves. Also washing any of their bedding. You can read more about Giardia and treatment at https://www.vin.com/veterinarypartner/default.aspx?pid=19239&species=All&id=4952529

My multi-cat home has Giardia. How can I prevent reinfection?

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