I just got back from the vet with my new kitty and he has roundworms. They dewormed him and gave me another dose to give him in 2 weeks.
I am really grossed out by thought of seeing the worms when he poops, but what is really concerning me are my kids. They have been playing with him nonstop. In addition there have been a few instances where he has stepped in his poop and then ran around the house. Of course I cleaned it, but I am still nervous about one of my kids getting this from him. What if he had an egg stuck in his paw and it dropped out while he was playing on the floor, or the couch???
Any suggestions on how I can prevent them from getting this from him? i realize they need to wash their hands after playing with him, but I am more concerned about the eggs that may be left behind in my rugs or furniture.
Also, he pooped in his cat bed last night. I cleaned it with clorox wipes and then some vinegar, but do you think that will be enough to kill any eggs that may have been left, or should I just throw it out.
Thanks for the help.
Sandy
I am really grossed out by thought of seeing the worms when he poops, but what is really concerning me are my kids. They have been playing with him nonstop. In addition there have been a few instances where he has stepped in his poop and then ran around the house. Of course I cleaned it, but I am still nervous about one of my kids getting this from him. What if he had an egg stuck in his paw and it dropped out while he was playing on the floor, or the couch???
Any suggestions on how I can prevent them from getting this from him? i realize they need to wash their hands after playing with him, but I am more concerned about the eggs that may be left behind in my rugs or furniture.
Also, he pooped in his cat bed last night. I cleaned it with clorox wipes and then some vinegar, but do you think that will be enough to kill any eggs that may have been left, or should I just throw it out.
Thanks for the help.
Sandy