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A tapeworm in a dog is called the same thing, a tapeworm. The most common kind of tapeworm found in dogs is the Dipylidium Caninum, which is the cucumber tapeworm or double-pore tapeworm.

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How does a dog tapeworm obtai n its food?

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Can tapeworm fall out while a dog is asleep?

Tapeworm segments can come out as the dog sleeps, yes. It's not the whole tapeworm, and the majority of the worm will still be inside the dog. Take him/her to the vet to get the condition treated.


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When your dog gets a tapeworm is that bad?

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tick on a dog tapeworm in a human


What of the following is an example of parasitism?

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Does stepping in a dog stool that has tapeworm can infect a human?

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What is a long white worm in dog feces?

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What does it mean when tapeworms come out of a dog's anus?

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