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=== Recognition ===

==Identification==

The gravid segments can be differentiated from those of Taenia spp as they are:

''D. caninum'' resemble ''Taenia spp'', but are considerably shorter than ''Taenia''.  ''D. caninum'' have a scolex and a proglottid, which are easily recognized in this species.  This parasite also has two sets of genital organs.

*oval in shape

*have two lateral genital pores.

=== Life-Cycle ===

=== Life-Cycle ===

The egg packets are likely to be dropped in the same places as the eggs of the intermediate host, the [[Fleas|flea]]. When ingested by the flea larvae, the oncosphere transforms to a cysticercoid which is infective by the time that metamorphosis is complete. Flea infestation provokes exaggerated grooming behaviour and the cat or dog becomes infected with Dipylidium, when it swallows infected [[fleas]]. Prevention of re-infection therefore requires advice on flea control.

The egg packets are likely to be dropped in the same places as the eggs of the intermediate host, the [[Fleas|flea]]. When ingested by the flea larvae, the oncosphere transforms to a cysticercoid which is infective by the time that metamorphosis is complete. Flea infestation provokes exaggerated grooming behaviour and the cat or dog becomes infected with Dipylidium, when it swallows infected [[fleas]]. Prevention of re-infection therefore requires advice on flea control.

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