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|Articles|May 11, 2015
Quick script: Reinforce fecal exams
Author(s)Ciera Sallese, CVT, VTS
Check out this common client question, then use the answer below to customize your own response that gently educates pet owners.
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GETTY IMAGES/RubberballClient: Does my pet really need a fecal exam? Can't you just give a dewormer to save me money?
You say: There are many types of parasites and many types of dewormers on the market. Without examining a fecal sample, the veterinarian can't properly diagnose and treat parasite infections. The doctor treats certain types of infections, such as coccidiosis, differently than the more common infections caused by roundworms or tapeworms. We don't want to give one type of dewormer when your pet needs a completely different type of medicine to treat her condition. In the end, this approach could actually cost you double and make future visits more frustrating.
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