Can white flying bugs be screw worms that get under my pet's skin?

There is a parasite called a cuterebra that looks like a large maggot or grub that can be in the skin. These should be removed by a veterinarian. That is about the only worm I can think of that would come from the skin. What you are seeing may not actually be worms. If you can attach a few pictures to a new post with your question, we may be able to identify the issue. https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/cuterebra-or-warbles-in-dogs

Oh goodness. That sounds really uncomfortable. It sounds like she really needs to see a veterinarian. The white worms you are seeing may be maggots in her infected skin. This could potentially become sepsic and be fatal. Please have her seen by a veterinarian as soon as possible. I hope she improves quickly.

Unfortunately, I can not really see anything in the picture. But, based on your description of a long white wormy like creature, it could very well be a tape worm. I know you are squeamish with gross stuff, but bringing in a fecal sample for analysis to your veterinarian will help diagnose this problem. A dewormer, either oral or injectable, can usually resolve these issues before they get out of hand. Depending on the type of tapeworm, some of these are transmissible to people but is generally uncommon. Just be sure to wash your hands thoroughly after handling your bird or any of its droppings.

If the worms are on his back and not in the feces they are likely maggots or possibly even screwworm. This means that flies have been laying their eggs in his wool possibly because of a wound. Treatment involves removal of the maggots, cleansing of the wound, and medication to control infection and reduce discomfort. I would strongly advise a visit from the veterinarian to determine the extent and type of infestation and to obtain appropriate treatment. In the meanwhile, I would make sure that Sheru is separated from any other sheep.

Oh great question! I bet that worm was surprising. Likely this was a bot fly larvae called a cuterebra. Part of their life cycle is completed in the skin of a mammal, just as you found with Diego. Usually once it has fallen out (or removed), the body heals the wound and no other treatment is needed. Occasionally I find 2 or 3 lesions on an animal, but typically it is just 1. Watch the area for swelling, redness, or discharge. I hope this helps- and thanks for using Pet Coach!

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Sounds terrifying, but that isn't a normal parasite of dogs and I think it was just a bug that got on her in the car or outside. I think she will be fine! I wish you the best!

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! The longer feces sits outside on the grass the more likely free living nematodes will come to the stool or flies will lay eggs that become maggots. Interceptor is a great way to deworm dogs monthly. But to be 100% sure that your dogs do not have parasites, collect a fresh stool sample from BOTH dogs and drop them off at your vet to have them check for worms. Good luck!