ShadyAcres
Chillin' with the herd
When I worked for the vet what I remember about cocci differences in species was that the size was different. If I remember correctly, cat was larger than dog and livestock was smaller.
I have heard quite contradicting opinions on different subjects between vets. They dont always know everything, sometimes it is only an educated opinion. Our vets said that cocci was breed specific. If it was picked up by eating manure of another species it did no harm and eventually passed on through.
Typically puppy infestations came from where the pup originated from, such as the breeder. Pound puppies and pups picked up alongside of the road also often had it. Stress was a factor. Infected pup coming from a reputable breeder does not always mean that they were negligent, they may not know if those buying pups dont tell them about the infestations. Basic wormers do not affect cocci.
Adult whether dog or livestock can have them but usually have the resources to keep at bay. Young animals can easily succumb and die from it. Puppies and kittens usually are caught in time and treatment works well and quick. Lambs and kids die fast, sometimes before you realize whats going on. Dont remember much about it being a problem in calves and foals?
My opinion, treat the pup. Gather a few samples of stoosl from the other species you have and have checked at vet. Periodic sampling of stools is usually cheaper than treating randomly. Keep the corrid and sulmet if positive or in case of a future outbreak.
I have heard quite contradicting opinions on different subjects between vets. They dont always know everything, sometimes it is only an educated opinion. Our vets said that cocci was breed specific. If it was picked up by eating manure of another species it did no harm and eventually passed on through.
Typically puppy infestations came from where the pup originated from, such as the breeder. Pound puppies and pups picked up alongside of the road also often had it. Stress was a factor. Infected pup coming from a reputable breeder does not always mean that they were negligent, they may not know if those buying pups dont tell them about the infestations. Basic wormers do not affect cocci.
Adult whether dog or livestock can have them but usually have the resources to keep at bay. Young animals can easily succumb and die from it. Puppies and kittens usually are caught in time and treatment works well and quick. Lambs and kids die fast, sometimes before you realize whats going on. Dont remember much about it being a problem in calves and foals?
My opinion, treat the pup. Gather a few samples of stoosl from the other species you have and have checked at vet. Periodic sampling of stools is usually cheaper than treating randomly. Keep the corrid and sulmet if positive or in case of a future outbreak.
