| Giardia |
What is Giardiasis?
Giardiasis is an intestinal infection caused by a parasitic protozoan
(single celled organism) called Giardia lamblia. These protozoans are
found in the intestines of many animals, including dogs and humans.
This microscopic parasite clings to the surface of the intestine, or floats
free in the mucous lining the intestine. Veterinary research documents
suggest that 5% to 10% of all dogs in North America have giardiasis at
any given time. Surveys also show that about 14% of the adult dog
population and over 30% of dogs under one year of age were infected
at some point during their life, and thus contributed to passing along this
intestinal infection to other dogs.
Giardiasis is an intestinal infection caused by a parasitic protozoan
(single celled organism) called Giardia lamblia. These protozoans are
found in the intestines of many animals, including dogs and humans.
This microscopic parasite clings to the surface of the intestine, or floats
free in the mucous lining the intestine. Veterinary research documents
suggest that 5% to 10% of all dogs in North America have giardiasis at
any given time. Surveys also show that about 14% of the adult dog
population and over 30% of dogs under one year of age were infected
at some point during their life, and thus contributed to passing along this
intestinal infection to other dogs.
Treatment for Giardia taken from veterinary manual.
Metronidazole also known as Flagyl 11.5 to 15 mg/lb BID 5 days
Metronidazole does pass into the fetus of pregnant females so do not
give to pregnant dogs or dogs who may be pregnant at any stage of
pregnancy.
OR
Fenbendazole also known as Safe-Guard or Panacur 22.5 to 25 mg/lb
once daily for 5 days. Fenbendazole is licensed for treatment of worms
in dogs but when looking at the Plum Veterinary manual is also has other
uses.
PLEASE click here to contact Lambriar Vet Supply to find out more and
order supplies.
Metronidazole also known as Flagyl 11.5 to 15 mg/lb BID 5 days
Metronidazole does pass into the fetus of pregnant females so do not
give to pregnant dogs or dogs who may be pregnant at any stage of
pregnancy.
OR
Fenbendazole also known as Safe-Guard or Panacur 22.5 to 25 mg/lb
once daily for 5 days. Fenbendazole is licensed for treatment of worms
in dogs but when looking at the Plum Veterinary manual is also has other
uses.
PLEASE click here to contact Lambriar Vet Supply to find out more and
order supplies.
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