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Post by ZandraJoi on Apr 23, 2023 9:10:11 GMT -5
www.barkandwhiskers.com/dog-giardiasis Story at-a-glance Giardia infections are common in dogs; these infections are zoonotic, meaning they can be passed from infected animals to other animals and humans as well Contamination can occur directly or indirectly through contact with infected cysts; the most common route of transmission in dogs is through the ingestion of feces-contaminated water Most dogs with giardiasis show no signs of it, but when symptoms are present, the most common is intermittent diarrhea or soft stools Definitively diagnosing a giardia infection involves a combination of tests, preferably performed by an outside laboratory vs. in-house vet clinic testing Resolving the infection requires treatment with an anti-parasitic medication, along with comprehensive follow-up testing to ensure the dog’s body has completely cleared the parasite My notes: I've heard of Giardia before but have not experienced it in us humans nor our pets. Have you?
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Post by spice on Apr 24, 2023 8:17:43 GMT -5
My daughter when she was very small got sick with this and was in hospital for quite some time. It was determined to be from the water.
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Post by ZandraJoi on Apr 25, 2023 20:04:08 GMT -5
My daughter when she was very small got sick with this and was in hospital for quite some time. It was determined to be from the water. I have read it can make one quite ill. I'm glad your daughter recovered
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Post by Bob on May 2, 2023 17:36:08 GMT -5
Never heard of it. Sounds deadly.
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