The worm can cause a disease known as canine schistosomiasis ... Parasite aside, Dillman said there are other chances for disease such as Giardia. The parasite is a flatworm most commonly referred ...

For more information on any of these, see the Centers for Disease Control Web site (www.cdc.gov). Giardia: Giardiasis refers to a syndrome of diarrhea, excess gas, and abdominal cramping. It is caused ...