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Routine worming without testing means treatment is frequently given unnecessarily, potentially contributing to anthelmintic resistance and exposing your dog to medicines that may not be required. It also risks missing parasite burdens which may not be treated by the wormer given. A worm count provides the evidence needed to make an informed treatment decision; choosing the right product at the right time.
As a dog owner, keeping on top of your pet’s parasite burden is one of the most important (and often overlooked) aspects of responsible care. Many common parasites produce no visible symptoms, meaning a dog can be carrying a significant internal burden without showing any obvious signs.
Wormcount is the UK’s original direct-access canine testing laboratory, providing accurate faecal egg count (FEC) and parasite screening services direct to dog owners and veterinary practices for over 15 years. Our independent laboratory analyses your dog’s sample and returns a detailed PDF report, giving you the information you need to make informed decisions about your pet’s parasite control regime. Every screen includes free access to our in-house clinical team of Registered Animal Medicines Advisors (RAMAs) included as standard.
Whether you’re looking for routine worm monitoring or a more targeted investigation, we offer a range of canine parasite tests to suit your needs. Not sure which test is right for your dog? Use our quick guide to find the most appropriate option.
A faecal egg count (FEC) is the most reliable way to assess the intestinal worm burden in your dog. The test identifies eggs shed in your dog’s faeces from mature parasites, including roundworms, hookworms and whipworms. Because worm eggs are only detectable once a parasite has reached reproductive maturity, regular testing is recommended to accurately monitor your dog’s parasite status over time. As a general guide, healthy adult dogs benefit from screening every three months, though higher-risk animals may require more frequent testing. Our clinical team is on hand to advise on the most appropriate regime for your dog.
Lungworm (Angiostrongylus vasorum and related species) is a potentially serious parasite that has now been recorded in every county across the UK. Infection occurs when dogs eat slugs, snails, or other hosts carrying lungworm larvae. This is something that can happen easily during routine outdoor activity. In many cases, infected dogs show no symptoms at all, which makes regular screening particularly important. Where symptoms do present, they may include coughing, breathlessness, lethargy, weight loss and unexplained bleeding. Our lungworm screen is capable of detecting all five species of lungworm currently identified in the UK.
Giardia is a microscopic protozoan parasite commonly picked up through contact with contaminated water or infected animals. It is highly contagious between dogs and can also be transmitted to humans, making it an important consideration in multi-pet households or homes with young children. Many dogs carrying Giardia show no outward symptoms, yet can still pass the infection to other animals. When symptoms do occur, they typically include intermittent diarrhoea, vomiting, lethargy and weight loss. Our Giardia screen uses antigen detection (a more accurate method than cyst identification) and is offered both as a standalone test and as part of our combination packages.
