Blog: Parasite Season

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Common Pet Parasites: Roundworms

What are they? Roundworms (Toxocara Canis, Toxocara leonina and Toxocara cati) are intestinal parasites that live in the intestines. They feed off the partially digested content that is located in the intestines. They get their name from their round shape (think a cooked spaghetti noodle) How could my pet get…

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Parasite Night at West Hill Animal Clinic!

Spring is in the air and it is time to start thinking about parasite prevention for our pets.  On Thursday, May 22nd  at 7:30pm, West Hill Animal Clinic will be having a Parasite Awareness Session given by Dr. Kristen Joudrey. With the warmer season upon us, it is important to…