Fecal Exams & Parasite Screening in Overland Park, KS

Why Fecal Exams Matter

Dogs and cats can carry roundworms, hookworms, whipworms, giardia, or coccidia for weeks without a single visible sign. Roughly one in four samples we test flags something that needs attention, and most of those pets looked perfectly fine at home.

Parasite eggs survive in soil and grass across yards and parks throughout Overland Park. Hookworms and roundworms are also zoonotic, meaning they can pass to people, so a fecal screen protects your whole household, not just your pet.

How We Perform a Fecal Exam

A small stool sample is all we need. Our team examines it under the microscope to check for roundworms, hookworms, whipworms, giardia, and coccidia, and we'll walk you through exactly what we find.

Bring a fresh sample from the last 24 hours if you can, a small amount in a clean bag or container is plenty. We're part of this community, close to Corporate Woods, Oak Park Mall, and the neighborhoods of Leawood, Lenexa, and Prairie Village.

What Happens If Results Come Back Positive

Most parasite infections treat quickly and completely once identified. We'll prescribe the right dewormer for what we found and talk through simple steps to reduce reinfection risk at home.

A pet can test negative but still have parasites if the sample was taken between shedding cycles, which is why routine annual screening matters even for pets that look and act completely healthy.