Pet Intestinal Worm Prevention in Western Sydney

Intestinal worms are relatively common in many animal species including dogs, cats, rabbits, large animals, fish, reptiles and birds. Regular deworming is essential to ensure your pets remain healthy and to reduce the risk of some of these worms being transmitted to people.

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Absolutely fantastic

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Absolutely fantastic

Dr Kathy and Dr Ash are absolutely fantastic. The nurses are also just amazing. We trust them with all our dogs and rabbits. The whole team genuinely cares about the animals and go above and beyond. On one occasion we brought in our young pup which was in pain and distress literally minutes before closing time.

Incredibly staff

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Incredibly staff

Had an emergency with my cat and they were able to be flexible with me. Dr Ash was very thorough with the check up and explained in detail what he was doing. The staff there are incredibly friendly and kind.

Amazing staff and Dr Ash

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Amazing staff and Dr Ash

I have nothing but praise for Dr Ash and the staff Of Family vets Western Sydney Blacktown The compassion and care that my fur baby Max received was incredible. Dr Ash explained each step and care my fur baby needed. I can't thank the amazing staff and Dr Ash enough ❤️

Very friendly staff

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Very friendly staff

We had to take out cat Venus in because her mouth was very sore and she couldnt be touched and was refusing to eat and the staff were very friendly and Dr Ash done the required tests and our cat had to have a full teeth extraction. Will continue to see them there about any issues there are in the future. Couldn't recommend them enough!

The staff were amazing!

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The staff were amazing!

Took our 6 week old kitten here for her first vaccination and the staff were amazing! Vet Kathy was great, explained everything in detail and got the kids involved by letting them listen to the heartbeat. Highly recommend the clinic to everyone 😀 lots of parking, airconditioned, relaxing vibe.

Nothing short of amazing

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Nothing short of amazing

Dr Ash and the team have been nothing short of amazing with our beloved pets. Dr Ash carried out surgery on our 7year old Rottweiler and the love and care she received was amazing. We also recently had our new kitten desexed and microchipped and again the service was fantastic.

A second chance at life

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A second chance at life

A big thank you to Dr. Ash and the team for helping me give this little guy a second chance at life. As someone who didn’t grow up around pets, I had no idea what to do when this little one showed up on my back porch in such a poor state. I highly recommend Family Vets Western Sydney to any pet owners looking for a knowledgeable, patient, and caring team!

Why should your pet undergo intestinal worm prevention with Family Vets?

We understand the potential risks of intestinal worms and the benefits of maintaining regular treatment for your pet, including:

Prevents disease, malnutrition and anemia

Reduces risk of transmission to humans

Protection for vulnerable puppies and kittens

Prevents environmental contamination with worm eggs

Protects children from zoonotic infections

Puppies and kittens are often the most susceptible to worm infestation. Intestinal worms are spread via dog faeces, so can be picked up anywhere from the backyard to the dog park. Puppies and kittens sometimes arrive at their new owner’s home with worms already present. In very young dogs, or if present in high numbers, intestinal worms can cause gastrointestinal disease, malnutrition and anaemia. Sometime there may be no obvious signs that your dog has intestinal worms.

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Protect those most vulnerable

Puppies and kittens are often the most susceptible to worm infestation. Intestinal worms are spread via dog faeces, so can be picked up anywhere from the backyard to the dog park. Puppies and kittens sometimes arrive at their new owner’s home with worms already present. In very young dogs, or if present in high numbers, intestinal worms can cause gastrointestinal disease, malnutrition and anaemia. Sometime there may be no obvious signs that your dog has intestinal worms.

Important intestinal worms that can affect Australian dogs

Roundworm

Tapeworm

Whipworm

Hookworm

Frequent deworming will kill worms that are present but it is very easy for your pet to become reinfested and so it’s important to continue deworming your pet all year round. Some intestinal worm species can produce large numbers of eggs, for example roundworm can lay 200,000 eggs per day within five weeks of infestation. It’s important to maintain a regular deworming program for your pets to reduce eggs being shed into the environment.

Can you get worms from your dog?

The short answer is yes, many worms infesting dogs are zoonotic, meaning they can be transmitted from animals to humans. Different worms cause different diseases and each have their own symptoms. Whilst anyone can become infected by intestinal worms, children and the immunocompromised are at greater risk. One of the most important ways to reduce human exposure is regular deworming of pets.

How to reduce the risk of human exposure to worms:

  • Routine deworming for all pets in your household.
  • Prompt disposal of pet faeces on a daily basis.
  • Ensure good hygiene, encourage children to wash their hands regularly (especially after playing in dirt or sandpits, playing with pets or prior to eating).
  • Prevent children from ingesting soil or pet faeces.
  • Protect playgrounds, garden areas and cover sandpits.
  • Always dispose of dog faeces in public parks and playgrounds.
  • Prevent your pet from scavenging or hunting.

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Meet the Family Vets Team

Our experienced team of vets and nurses are dedicated to ensuring that your furry friend receives the highest quality of service, from vaccinations to surgery

Dr. Ash Narayan

‍Senior Veterinarian and Director

Dr Ash obtained his scholarship from Fiji and graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2002. He went back to Fiji and spent the next few years in RSPCA practising and came back to Australia working in various general practices in Cairns and Sydney.

Dr. Kathy Lin

Senior Veterinarian and Director (BVSc USyd)

Kathy graduated from the University of Sydney in 2010. She has worked in several small animal general practices around Sydney. She also has more than 8 years experience in working in after hours and referral hospitals as an emergency veterinarian.

Dr. Jan Rosado

Veterinarian

Dr Jan has always been passionate about animals, medicine and science since a young age. He graduated with honours in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Puerto Rico in Ponce, before earning his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Sydney.