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I just rescued a kitten and was holding him, when it appears that a small worm ended up on my arm. can people get worms from cats?
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NO: NO Parasites (worms) are very "particular" as to their "hosts" hope this helps! Keep rescue's going!!!! Hope this helps! DrZ
Answered 8/6/2016
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