Is my dog infected with lungworm?

From Miss K.  Has my dog got lungworm?

My dog has been under the weather and snapping a lot when she usualy wouldnt.   Over the last 2 or 3 days she has also been very loose nd vomiting.  Is it possable she could be suffering with lung worm? I’d be grateful for any advice.
Thank you, Miss K.

Dear Miss K.   Your dog has typical symptoms of lungworm and you should take her to the vet without delay.  She can be treated quite simply if she is infected and if no lasting damage has been done, will make a good recovery.   Your vet will do tests and this is way to find out what is making her ill.

Dogs become infected from eating snails and slugs so it is a bit strange for her to develop these symptoms at this time of year when there are no slugs about. She may have a chronic infection though so treatimg her is imperative.

Lungworm it is a constant danger when the weather is warmer, it’s so wet now because of climate change, that slugs and snails are a real problem.   They go into feeding bowls if they are left outside so it’s best to take dog dishes  away as soon as your dog has eaten up and clean and disinfect them straight away.

Please let us know how she goes on.