Found tapeworm in puppy poop. Can my cats, including kitten, get it?

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I found a tapeworm in my puppies feces but I also have 2 cats an elderly and a kitten. Are they at risk? Pet's info: Dog | Pit Bull Terrier | Male | unneutered | 10 lbs

Daniel Fonza, DVM · Accepted Answer

Yes, Bubba can pass the tapeworm to your cats as well. I would recommend using a product such as Profender in your cats and Drontal Plus in your puppy for treatment of tapeworm if confirmed. I would recommend bringing a fecal sample to a veterinarian as there may be other worms in the stool as well that need a secondary medication for treatment. I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns and I would be more than happy to help you further.

Found tapeworm in puppy poop. Can my cats, including kitten, get it?

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