Information for Pet Owners: Worms, Fleas, Training and Nutrition

    One thing veterinarians, technicians, and veterinary receptionists never run out of are questions from clients. We try to answer and educate them as thoroughly and in “plain English” as possible. Never feel you’re asking us a “dumb question” because any question is a good question. Responding to these inquiries is part of our job and for you, it’s an important part of responsible pet ownership. Just as a parent asks the pediatrician questions about their child, so should you ask your veterinarian questions about your pets.

There are many repetitive and commonly asked questions. Certain questions are usually brought up during routine examinations or are asked via phone or email. Some email or phone inquiries are made by pet owners who are not current patients and are just seeking general information. The majority of questions are regarding fleas, worms, heartworm, and training/behavior problems. I have provided 5 examples of some of the more common questions and the answers provided to the pet parents.

Q: “How do you know if your dog has worms? Besides looking in their stool, what are other symptoms? Can this harm humans? Should I be worried?”