Whipworms are another parasite that’s not as common in cats as in dogs, but cats can still be infected.Dogs are more susceptible to heartworm than cats nonetheless, getting your cat on heartworm medication is imperative to keep them from infecting your cat. Heartworms infect the heart and are spread through mosquitoes.Tapeworms anchor to the small intestines, and eventually, individual segments, called proglottids, break off from the main body of the worm and can be found on and around the anus, attached to fur underneath the anus, and on or in feces in the litter box. Tapeworms have flat, segmented bodies that can reach up to 11 inches as adults.Hookworms can enter a host through the mouth or skin and are not visible to the naked eye. Hookworms feed on the blood and tissue fluids, which can result in anemia. Hookworms “hook” themselves to the lining of the intestinal wall, hence the name.Image Credit Todorean-Gabriel, Shutterstock Kittens are commonly affected by roundworms and other parasites. In kittens, the worms are passed by an infected mother cat through the mother’s milk. When your cat cleans itself, it will likely swallow the larvae or eggs. Another possibility is if your cat walks through an infected area with larvae or eggs that can get on the paws. Roundworms do not attach to the intestinal wall but rather swim freely throughout the intestines.Ĭats usually get infected with roundworms or other parasites from swallowing dirt with larvae or worm eggs (usually in feces). They can grow 3 to 6 inches long and are easy to spot with the naked eye. A roundworm’s body is long with a whitish or tannish appearance with a cylindrical shape. Roundworms look like cooked spaghetti noodles, and if your cat is infected, you’ll see them in your cat’s feces or vomit. In fact, many cats will experience roundworms at some point in their lives. Roundworms are a common intestinal parasite found in cats. Now that we know why your cat is throwing up worms, let’s explore treatment options, what cats can be seriously affected, and seven important tips for keeping your cat or kitten roundworm-free.
We should note that if you notice your cat throwing up worms, take your cat to the vet immediately for treatment, especially if your cat is a kitten. To help ease your mind a bit, when a cat throws up worms, it’s more than likely roundworms, which are treatable. Seeing such a sight can leave you in a panic about what to do. After all, worms are not something you expect to see when your cat vomits. It is unsettling to see your cat throwing up worms.
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