Latin Name

Dipylidium caninum

Seen in Cats and Dogs?

Yes

How does my pet become infected?

Ingestion of Fleas (or Lice)

Signs

Usually no clinical signs; white worm segments, like large grains of rice, can be seen in the faeces or around the anus of the pet which can cause irritation (often displayed by sliding bottom along the ground - 'Scooting'), problems with digestion, weight loss, etc.

Warnings

Rarely, humans can harbour D. caninum