Uncinaria stenocephala

Hook worm

In the UK, Uncinaria stenocephala is commonly found in greyhounds, hounds, sheepdogs and other country dogs, but is relatively non-pathogenic. It is a plug-feeder, causing a protein-losing enteropathy. Heavy infections leads to intermittent diarrhoea, causing a reduced growth-rate.

Key features of hookworms of the dog:

Ancylostoma caninum	Uncinaria stenocephala
Warm and hot climates Avid blood sucker → anaemia Teeth around mouth Infection mostly percutaneous Causes pedal dermatitis Transmammary infection	Cool and cold climates Protein leak → diarrhoea Cutting plates Infection mainly by mouth Causes pedal dermatitis No vertical transmission