Giardia Info
Giardia affects almost 10% of dogs and may potentially infect humans.1
New Australian research has revealed that almost 10% of dogs are infected with Giardia, a parasite that can cause serious gastrointestinal disease in pets and humans.1
Drontal Allwormer is the only non-prescription treatment available for Giardia. Protecting your pets against Giardia – the commonest intestinal parasite in dogs – may also protect your family from infection.1
How is Giardia a danger to my dog?
Giardia is spread from dog to dog via infected faeces. It can cause diarrhoea, which can be just a short bout, an intermittent or chronic problem. Debilitating diarrhoea can lead to weight loss and dogs under the age of two years old are particularly at risk of infection.1
How is Giardia a danger to my family?
There is potentially a risk of humans becoming infected with Giardia from dogs. The parasites can lie dormant in the soil and water. Humans, especially children, can be infected if they drink contaminated water, or ingest the parasites, for example by putting contaminated fingers in their mouth. Symptoms include: diarrhoea, tiredness, bloating, nausea, vomiting and weight loss.
What should I do if I suspect my dog has Giardia?
If your dog has unexplained diarrhoea, talk to your vet – Giardia may be the cause. It’s important to treat Giardia in dogs for three reasons:
- 1. To cure your pet’s symptoms;
- 2. To help stop your pet getting infected again;
- 3. To reduce the risk to you and your family.
What will the vet do?
Your vet can diagnose Giardia by testing your dog’s faeces for the parasite.
Why Drontal Allwormer?
Drontal Allwormer is the only non-prescription treatment for Giardia. It should only be used when a vet has confirmed Giardia infection. The treatment is given as a normal dose on three consecutive days.
How can I help prevent Giardia?It’s important to help prevent gastrointestinal parasites by giving your dog Drontal Allwormer every three months. This is a different situation to treating a diagnosed infection. To help reduce Giardia risk, it’s also important to cleanup and properly dispose of faeces.
For more information:
To find out more about Giardia and Drontal Allwormer, talk to your vet or contact us by phone: 1800 678 368 or email: contactus@drontal.com.au
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