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- \nCommon Intestinal Parasites in Cats<\/a>\n\t\t
- \nTapeworms<\/a><\/li>
- \nRoundworms<\/a><\/li>
- \nCoccidia<\/a><\/li>
- \nHookworms<\/a><\/li>
- \nWhipworms<\/a><\/li>
- \nGiardia<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/li>
- \nHow Does Your Cat Get Intestinal Parasites And the Symptoms?<\/a><\/li>
- \nNatural Dewormer for Cats<\/a>\n\t\t
- \nCarrots<\/a><\/li>
- \nTurmeric<\/a><\/li>
- \nChamomile<\/a><\/li>
- \nPumpkin Seeds<\/a><\/li>
- \nCoconut and Coconut Oil<\/a><\/li>
- \nApple Cider Vinegar<\/a><\/li>
- \nEssential Oil<\/a><\/li>
- \nNatural Wormer for Cats : Wormwood<\/a><\/li>
- \nNatural Wormer for Cats : Black Walnut<\/a><\/li>
- \nNatural Wormer for Cats : Diatomaceous Earth<\/a><\/li>
- \nClove (Syzygium)<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/li>
- \nDo Natural Dewormers Work in Cats?<\/a><\/li>
- \nWrapping Up<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n
Common Intestinal Parasites in Cats<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Below are six of the most common intestinal parasites found in cats.<\/p>\n\n\n
Tapeworms<\/h3>\n\n\n
Tapeworms<\/a> are the most common intestinal parasite in cats. They attach to the lining of the intestine, absorbing nutrients and producing eggs.<\/p>\n\n\n
Roundworms<\/h3>\n\n\n
Roundworms are elongated, round parasites that can grow up to two or three inches in length.<\/p>\n\n\n
Coccidia<\/h3>\n\n\n
Coccidia is nanoscopic parasites that live in the lining of the intestine. They differ from other parasites because they reproduce inside the cells of the intestine rather than in the intestines themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n
Hookworms<\/h3>\n\n\n
Hookworms<\/a> are small, thread-like parasites that attach to the wall of the intestine and feed on the cat’s blood. They cause anemia, weight loss, and severe diarrhea in cats.<\/p>\n\n\n
Whipworms<\/h3>\n\n\n
Whipworms are less common than other parasites. They live deep in the intestines and feed on the cat’s blood, causing weight loss, anemia, and severe diarrhea.<\/p>\n\n\n
Giardia<\/h3>\n\n\n
Giardia<\/a> is another microscopic parasite that lives in the small intestine and causes diarrhea, vomiting, and weight loss in cats.<\/p>\n\n\n
How Does Your Cat Get Intestinal Parasites And the Symptoms?<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Cats get tapeworms after consuming a flea or eating infected prey. It is one reason that flea prevention is so important in cats. Roundworms, coccidia, hookworms, whipworms<\/a>, and giardia tend to spread through contaminated soil or feces. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In some cases, eating contaminated prey or having contact with an infected cat or dog can initiate the spread. However, for roundworms, contraction can also happen through nursing from a mother cat to her kittens. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
While symptoms vary in each cat, they primarily include vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss, bloat, anemia, and scooting on the floor.<\/p>\n\n\n
Natural Dewormer for Cats<\/h2>\n\n\n
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The great thing about natural dewormers for cats is that you likely already have the ingredients in your home. Cats’ most common natural dewormers include pumpkin seeds and apple cider vinegar. Let’s look at each one in detail.<\/p>\n\n\n
Carrots<\/h3>\n\n\n
Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, which kills parasites. Serving your pal coarsely chopped grated carrots can help flush out parasites and mucus in the intestines.<\/p>\n\n\n
Turmeric<\/h3>\n\n\n
Turmeric is a natural anti-inflammatory with anti-parasitic properties. It can help reduce inflammation in the gut and prevent further infestation. The curcumin in turmeric acts as an antibacterial and antifungal agent, which can help keep worms at bay.<\/p>\n\n\n
Chamomile<\/h3>\n\n\n
Chamomile has been a natural sedative used to treat digestive problems for centuries. It can help reduce inflammation in the intestines, especially those related to roundworms and whipworms. Mix one teaspoon of tea<\/a> with 1\/4 cup of water and give it to your kitty.<\/p>\n\n\n
Pumpkin Seeds<\/h3>\n\n\n
Pumpkin<\/a> seeds deworm naturally by expelling worms from the intestine. They contain cucurbitacins that paralyze the worms and naturally streamline removal. The rule of thumb is to serve your kitty one teaspoon of raw pumpkin seeds per 10 pounds twice daily. <\/p>\n\n\n
Coconut and Coconut Oil<\/h3>\n\n\n
Coconut and its oil are natural wormers and work best on tapeworms and giardia. The oil helps to expel worms from the intestine. The pulp is rich in fiber which helps to flush out the worms. Coconut can also help reduce inflammation in the intestinal lining and soothe irritation caused by parasites. Use one teaspoon per 10 pounds once per day.<\/p>\n\n\n
Apple Cider Vinegar<\/h3>\n\n\n
Apple cider vinegar increases alkaline levels in the stomach, which kills parasites like tapeworms and roundworms. It also helps to break down mucus that\u2019s present in the intestines due to parasites. Serve about one teaspoon of vinegar and one tablespoon of water<\/a> once a day.<\/p>\n\n\n
Essential Oil<\/h3>\n\n\n
Essential oils like clove, thyme, and oregano are very effective against certain external parasites. Mix five drops of the essential oil and dilute with rosehip, argan, or sweet almond oil. You can also mix it with your cat’s shampoo for added protection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
For more severe skin issues, use up to 20 drops of oil. Dilute it with 100 ml above oils and apply it directly to the skin. Avoid open wounds and contact with eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n
Natural Wormer for Cats : Wormwood<\/h3>\n\n\n
Wormwood is a natural remedy with a good reputation for treating cat parasites, specifically roundworms. It contains thujone, which has anthelmintic properties and helps to expel worms from the intestines. Wormwood reduces inflammation in the intestines due to infestation. <\/p>\n\n\n
Natural Wormer for Cats : Black Walnut<\/h3>\n\n\n
Black walnut has juglone, a chemical that has anti-parasitic properties. It works best on roundworms and tapeworms. It has a similar expelling effect as wormwood. Black Walnut works best in tincture form, one tablespoon per 10 pounds of body weight once a day.<\/p>\n\n\n
Natural Wormer for Cats : Diatomaceous Earth<\/h3>\n\n\n
- \nTurmeric<\/a><\/li>
- \nRoundworms<\/a><\/li>
- \nTapeworms<\/a><\/li>
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