How Giardiasis and Coccidiosis Affect Your Dog’s Health

Dr Vikram Chauhan03 Mar, 2025Health

These conditions are common in puppies at the weaning stage. Domestic pets are less likely to be infected than stray and shelter dogs. Giardia and coccidia are endemic in areas of the world with poor sanitation. Although the parasites are found in lakes, ponds, rivers, soil and public water supplies. Even the groundwater and surface water can be infected by these parasites from waste water discharge or from the faeces of animals.