A warble is a worm that may live just under the epidermis of your feline pet; this type of worm will cause a bulging at the surface of the skin and fur, and it may seem like a common skin irritation or cyst. However, just under the skin, a multi-colored (white/grey) worm is living and growing, and this type of worm must be killed by a veterinarian, since it's not possible to buy an over-the-counter pet medicine or solution that takes care of this particular and worrisome problem.
For many pet owners, finding such a creature living inside of their cat can be upsetting; the smartest strategy is to remain calm, and to make an appointment with your local vet, who has surely seen the situation countless times before. Trying to take care of the problem yourself can damage or injure your pet - some home remedies posted on the Internet, such as pouring drain cleaner on the part of the worm that is exposed, may hurt your kitty, so don't even think of trying to puncture the skin and kill the warble with chemicals.
If you're looking for moral support as you tackle this upsetting problem, you may be able to find it at Internet message boards where pet owners hang out. These message boards can be a great way to get practical advice about taking care of a pet, training a pet, or diagnosing ailments and nutritional problems. However, you should always bear in mind that most people who visit these boards do not have the certifications and education they need to diagnose conditions formally. When in doubt, always do what is best for your pet by contacting a veterinarian.
A trip to the vet is all that's required to eradicate this type of warble worm from your pet's system.
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For many pet owners, finding such a creature living inside of their cat can be upsetting; the smartest strategy is to remain calm, and to make an appointment with your local vet, who has surely seen the situation countless times before. Trying to take care of the problem yourself can damage or injure your pet - some home remedies posted on the Internet, such as pouring drain cleaner on the part of the worm that is exposed, may hurt your kitty, so don't even think of trying to puncture the skin and kill the warble with chemicals.
- Message boards
If you're looking for moral support as you tackle this upsetting problem, you may be able to find it at Internet message boards where pet owners hang out. These message boards can be a great way to get practical advice about taking care of a pet, training a pet, or diagnosing ailments and nutritional problems. However, you should always bear in mind that most people who visit these boards do not have the certifications and education they need to diagnose conditions formally. When in doubt, always do what is best for your pet by contacting a veterinarian.
A trip to the vet is all that's required to eradicate this type of warble worm from your pet's system.