Description
Whipworms are parasites that use their whip-shaped bodies to attach themselves to a dog's cecum and large intestine, where they cause irritation and damage to the lining of the intestines. The worms can cause inflammation, bleeding, and sometimes the loss of protein from the intestines. Whipworms have been known to cause seizures that may be due to the electrolyte disturbances affecting the central nervous system. Puppies who get this parasite can become seriously ill.