Fecal-Oral Transmission
* Direct Contact: Cats can pick up worm eggs or larvae from infected feces by sniffing, licking, or grooming.
* Indirect Contact: Eggs can be picked up from contaminated surfaces like food bowls, litter boxes, or hands and clothes.
Ingesting Infected Prey
* Fleas: Certain roundworms are passed through fleas.
* Other Animals: Some worms are transmitted by eating infected rodents, birds, or small animals.
Mother to Kitten
* In Utero: Some roundworms can cross the placenta and infect kittens before birth.
* Through Milk: Kittens can become infected by nursing from an infected mother.
Prevention
Regular deworming and flea control are essential. If you suspect worms, consult your veterinarian for a fecal exam and treatment.