Hookworms are smaller and typically not visible to the naked eye, but they can still cause a lot of damage. However, it can still cause complications for puppies. Of all the types of intestinal worms in dogs, tapeworms are one of the more minor ones. The good news about tapeworms is that they don’t generally cause serious problems in dogs. These segments appear as flat grains of rice in the feces. Small segments of the tapeworm that contain the eggs break off and are transmitted in the stool. The egg then hatches and attaches itself to your dog’s intestinal lining. Eventually, your dog may accidentally eat an infected flea while grooming or as a response to a flea bite. Tapeworm eggs are ingested by flea larvae, where they grow and develop as the flea does. Tapeworms are interesting because they’re generally transmitted to dogs via an infected flea. If you notice several of these symptoms together, you should call a vet. Roundworms look like spaghetti noodles in the feces.

While some dogs don’t show symptoms with roundworms, you may notice symptoms including vomiting, diarrhea, belly pain, a potbellied appearance, weight loss, and a dull coat. Because it’s common for roundworms to be transmitted from a mother to her puppies, it’s primarily a concern for puppies. In some cases, roundworms may be transmitted through the placenta from a mother to her puppies. Roundworms are common in both cats and dogs and can be transmitted in a handful of different ways.

Long flat worms in dogs