Tapeworms, Canine - contd.

ClinicalSigns
If many tapeworms are present, mild weight loss may occur. Other signs include scooting or dragging the rear end across the floor due to perianal pruritus and proglottids noted around the anus or in the feces. These segments can be moving or pasted to the perianal fur.

Symptoms
If many tapeworms are present, mild weight loss may occur. Other possible signs include scooting or dragging the rear end across the floor due to mild irritation, and "white rice-like pieces" seen in the stool or around the anus. These segments can be moving or pasted to the fur.