There are 3 types of intestinal worms that your kitten needs to be protected against:
- roundworm
- tapeworm
- hookworm
How do kittens get intestinal worms?
Intestinal worms are picked up from the faeces of infected animals and from the environment. Signs of a worm burden in kittens include a pot-belly, a dull coat, diarrhoea, and slow weight gain. Hookworm and whipworm also attach to the walls of the intestine and feed on your kitten’s blood, which can lead to life-threatening anaemia.
When should I worm my kitten?
Kittens will need to be wormed for intestinal worms on the following schedule:
- Every 2 weeks until 12 weeks of age
- Every 1 month until 6 months of age
- Every 3 months for the rest of their adulthood