Tape It or Leave It: Should We Worry About Tapeworms in Companion Animals?
October 29, 2026
IDEXX Advanced Diagnostics Theater
- List the common tapeworms of dogs and cats, and briefly outline the life cycle of each, noting appropriate intermediate and final hosts
- For each tapeworm discussed, describe the potential pathogenic effects on the canine, feline, or human host (when applicable)
- Choose appropriate diagnostic tests for each tapeworm species discussed, and be able to interpret the results of each test, as well as the limitations of each
- Discuss the importance of treatment in each case, noting when treatment failure may occur, and differences in treatment protocols depending on the clinical presentation of each parasite
