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	Welcome to Novartis Animal Health Canada
		Whipworm (Trichuris Vulpis) is essentially a parasite of the large intestine and cecum, a large pouch that forms the beginning of the large intestine.
		Whipworm is usually diagnosed by identifying its smooth-shelled, bi-polar, plugged eggs using fecal flotation.
		Whipworm infections can be difficult to treat due to the high incidence of re-infection from contaminated environments.
	www.ah.ca.novartis.com /product/whipworm.html (852 words)

	Whipworm Infection - Health Encyclopedia
		Whipworm infection is infection of the large intestine caused by Trichocephalus trichiura.
		Whipworm infection is a common worldwide infection that mainly affects children.
		Whipworm is found throughout the world, especially in countries with warm, humid climates.
	www.nbc4.tv /encyclopedia/6861898/detail.html (483 words)

	Whipworms
		Whipworms are not dangerous to people, but once dogs become infected, whipworms are difficult to eliminate without medication programs.
		Eggs, because of their thick shell are very resistant, they can remain in the environment for as long as 5 years, and in areas where whipworm is prevalent, it is almost impossible to prevent re-infection unless measures are taken to treat the dog most frequented areas.
		Whipworms eggs are somewhat susceptible to drying, but can remain alive in moist soil for years and are resistant to freezing.
	www.greatlakesbcrescue.org /HealthNTraining/Whipworm.htm (1138 words)

	Whipworms
		The whipworm of the dog (Trichuris vulpis) is substantially smaller than the other worms (a mere 30-50 mm in length, about two inches maximum) and is rarely seen as it lives in the cecum (the part of the large intestine where the small and large intestine meet).
		A few whipworms generally do not pose a problem for the host but if large numbers of worms are present embedding themselves in the large intestine tissue, tremendous inflammation can result leading to a bloody, gooey diarrhea.
		Whipworms are more of an interesting incidental finding in the cat when whipworm eggs happen to come up on a routine fecal check.
	www.marvistavet.com /html/body_whipworms.html (790 words)

	Whipworms (Trichuris serrata) in Cats
		Whipworms (Trichuris vulpis, Trichuris campanula) are common in dogs and found throughout the United States.
		Whipworms live in the large intestine and cecum (a small 'dead-end' portion of intestine lying at the junction of the small intestine and large intestine).
		Whipworm eggs are somewhat susceptible to drying, but can remain alive in moist soil for years, and are resistant to freezing.
	www.peteducation.com /article.cfm?cls=1&cat=1359&articleid=777 (514 words)

	Whipworms
		Whipworm infection causes bloody diarrhea, weight loss, anemia and dehydration, but diagnosis is very difficult and may require several exams.
		Whipworms, 1.75 to 3 inches long, reside in the large intestine and cecum.
		Whipworm eggs are virtually impossible to attack chemically (the ova may be absent from feces in many infected dogs).
	www.gentlepetcare.com /whipworms.htm (314 words)

	Whipworms
		Whipworms have a direct life cycle, which means that no other animal is involved as a host.
		The eggs of the whipworms are lighter than the salt solution, so they float to the top of the small container and stick to a glass cover slip that is placed across the top of the fluid.
		Whipworm eggs are not immediately infective; they have to sit out on the ground for about a month.
	www.indianwalkvet.com /whipworms.htm (672 words)

	Olympus Microscopy Resource Center: Specialized Microscopy Techniques - Differential Interference Contrast Image ...
		Whipworms are small, intestinal parasites belonging to the genus Trichuris that are named for their characteristic tapered shape.
		More than 60 species of whipworms are capable of infecting mammals, but many exhibit a relatively high level of host specificity.
		The sole cause of whipworm infection is ingestion of Trichuris eggs.
	www.olympusmicro.com /primer/techniques/dic/dicgallery/trichurissmall.html (236 words)

	Diagnose-Me: Condition: Whipworm Infection
		Whipworms get their name from the characteristic shape of the adults.
		The adults live in the host's large intestine with their anterior ends embedded in the cells that line the intestine; each female can produce in excess of 10,000 eggs each day, and the worms can live for several years.
		The whipworm life cycle starts with eggs from adult female worms living in the intestine being passed out with feces.
	www.diagnose-me.com /cond/C651526.html (504 words)

	Canine Parasite - Whipworm
		Trichuris vulpis, the canine whipworm, is a common parasite and is a major cause of diarrhea in the dog.
		Light infections of whipworms are difficult to diagnose, but they can lead to more serious problems.
		Milbemycin oxime is thought to interfere with the parasite's nerve transmission, causing death of both immature heartworms (larvae) and adult intestinal worms.
	www.olddogpaws.com /whipworm.htm (421 words)

	Nikon MicroscopyU: Phase Contrast and DIC Comparison Image Gallery - Whipworm Eggs (Trichuris trichiura)
		Whipworms are intestinal parasites belonging to the genus Trichuris that infect mammalian hosts.
		Some human hosts do not suffer any symptoms related to whipworm infection, but if the parasite burden is high enough diarrhea, dysentery, anemia, pallor, loss of appetite, and other problems may arise.
		Whipworm infections transpire as a result of accidental ingestion of Trichuris trichiura eggs or embryos.
	www.microscopyu.com /galleries/dicphasecontrast/trichurissmall.html (261 words)

	Dr. Koop - Whipworm infection
		Whipworm infection is a common worldwide infection which primarily affects children, who may become infected if they ingest soil contaminated with whipworm eggs.
		The ingested eggs hatch, and the whipworm embeds in the wall of the large intestine (cecum, colon, rectum).
		Whipworm is found throughout the world, in particular among countries with warm, humid climates.
	www.drkoop.com /ency/408/001364.html (330 words)

	MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Whipworm infection
		Whipworm infection is infection of the large intestine caused by Trichocephalus trichiura.
		Whipworm infection is a common worldwide infection that mainly affects children.
		Whipworm is found throughout the world, especially in countries with warm, humid climates.
	www.nlm.nih.gov /medlineplus/ency/article/001364.htm (336 words)

	Dog Information: Whipworm - Dog.com (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Whipworms are very thin, threadlike worms that are less than an inch long.
		Dogs are infected with whipworms when they lick or sniff contaminated environments, usually the ground.
		Once an area has become contaminated with whipworm eggs, a hygiene program along with plenty of sunshine and dry weather is required before the area will be safe for your dog.
	www.dog.com /information/whipworm.asp (250 words)

	Could Your Dog Have Whipworm? (Site not responding. Last check: )
		In many ways, whipworms are like hookworms, but instead of ending in a hook shape, one end of this worm tapers to a narrow, whip-like point.
		Whipworms lay eggs only intermittently, and even when they're actively releasing eggs, any diarrhea in your dog can make the eggs hard to find.
		But all whipworm dewormers on the market are only effective against worms in their adult form.
	www.wolfweb.com.au /acd/web/whipworms.htm (433 words)

	aPaws - Association of Professional Animal Waste Specialists & Pooper Scooper Directory (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Whipworms are intestinal parasites which are about 1/4 inch (6 mm) long.
		Whipworms are not nearly as common now because of widespread use of the types of heartworm prevention products.
		Whipworms are not infectious to people; they are parasites of the dog.
	www.apaws.org /visitors/whipworm.shtml (288 words)

	Petwellness Dog Health Topics - Novartis Animal Health US, Inc.
		Whipworms are a problem practically everywhere in the United States.
		Whipworm infection causes bloody diarrhea, weight loss, anemia and dehydration.
		Whipworm eggs pass into soil, and once there, are extremely resistant to the most severe weather conditions.
	www.petwellness.com /health_topics/en/dog_whipworms.shtml (208 words)

	Could Your Dog Have Whipworm? How To Detect And Treat Whipworm In Your Dog
		In many ways, whipworms are like hookworms, but instead of ending in a hook shape, one end of this worm tapers to a narrow, whip-like point.
		Many dogs can carry a certain number of whipworms without showing distress, but past a certain point, your dog may begin to exhibit signs such as a dull coat, anemia, rapid weight loss, and a loose and bloody stool.
		But all whipworm dewormers on the market are only effective against worms in their adult form.
	www.puppiesanddogsforsale.com /articles/Article22.asp (547 words)

	Parasitic Worms - Novartis.com
		Whipworms are common parasites of the large intestine of dogs; they are thin and 5-7 cm long.
		Using their mouths as a spear-like sword, whipworms slash and puncture the intestine wall and feed on the released blood and tissue fluids.
		Because of their feeding habits, whipworms can cause bloody diarrhea, weight loss, anemia and dehydration, especially in case of heavy infestation.
	www.ah.novartis.com /pet_health/en/dog/worms/whipworm.shtml (216 words)

	diagnosis and treatment
		The best way to diagnose whipworm infection is through the identification of characteristic football shaped eggs in stool.
		In cases where an exact diagnosis cannot be made, it is advised that whipworm infections should be treated for first.
		Other drugs that can be used to treat whipworm are mebendazole, which works by selectively and irreversibly blocking glucose uptake and other nutrients in the intestine where helminths dwell, and oxantel.
	www.stanford.edu /class/humbio103/ParaSites2002/trichuriasis/trichdiag.html (298 words)

	Stabler and Howlett Veterinary Surgeons - Dog Whipworm (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Whipworm eggs have an ability to survive a long time in the soil.
		The adult whipworm are hairlike in appearance, burrow into the wall of the large intestine and lay low numbers of eggs.
		They are difficult worm to eradicate because of the resistant ability of the egg.
	www.s-h-l.com.au /whipworm.htm (133 words)

	Whipworms in Dogs
		The whipworm, or trichuris vulpis, is an intestinal parasite that affects dogs.
		Whipworms live in the large intestine, embedding themselves in the tissue of the intestine and sucking blood there.
		The most common deworming treatments used on whipworm infections include fenbendazole and febantel, which are usually followed up with a second deworming treatment around 75 days after the first deworming and sometimes even a third treatment.
	www.bestfriendspetcare.com /pet_health/whipwormsindogs.cfm (290 words)

	Whipworm Prevention
		Whipworm is a disease that is common in dogs and cats in all areas throughout the world.
		Whipworms live in the heart and large adjacent vessels of infected dogs.
		Female dog Whipworms can be up to 14 inches long (5.5 cm) and 1/8 inch (5mm) wide.
	www.whipworm-prevention.com (87 words)

	Balgownie Veterinary Hospital: Whipworm
		Whipworms are more of a problem in dogs than cats.
		They can be quite sneaky and often catch the vet out when dealing with chronic diarrhoea problems, sometimes in older dogs.
		They don't always pass eggs into the dog's droppings, so its easy to miss a whipworm infection.
	www.balgownievet.com.au /1_gen_parasites_int_whipworm.htm (59 words)

	Whipworm and Pet Waste: Dog Health Information Provided by DoodyCalls Pooper Scooper Service
		Whipworms are small, parasitic roundworms that have a tail shaped like a whip and live in the small intestines of dogs and other mammals.
		Whipworms attach themselves to the wall of the large intestine and feed off the blood of the dog.
		Whipworm eggs are present in the dog waste of infected dogs.
	www.doodycalls.com /resources_whipworms.asp (579 words)

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