Controlling Your Dog's Internal Parasites and Worms
Just Got a Whole Lot Easier

Zero Egg Count Parasite Test Kits are used by dog owners, veterinarians, kennel managers, groomers, trainers, and breeders across the United States. Our kits are safe to used on any dog regardless of age or breed. Each kit contains all the materials you need to collect and ship your dog's stool sample to our professional testing laboratory.

Find out if your dog is hurting.

Dogs ingest and shed parasites at different rates, depending on their environment and care.

Dogs can harbor harmful parasites without displaying symptoms of parasitism such as diarrhea, weight loss or a bloated belly. Additionally, your dog's immunity to harmful parasites is unique. Therefore understanding your dog's level of parasite burden is critical in managing your dog's overall healthcare.

Zero Egg Count Canine Parasite and Worm Test Kit's provide vital information about your dog's parasite burden and the effectiveness of your deworming treatment. Each Zero Egg Count mail-in parasite and worm test kit includes everything you need to collect and safely ship your dog's stool sample to our lab for a thorough and accurate analysis of the parasites your dog is shedding into their environment.

Identifies the type and number of parasites infecting your dog. 

Zero Egg Count's comprehensive testing method detects and reports on the type and number of parasites infecting your dog. Your dog's parasite test results are reported in eggs per gram (EPG). Eggs per gram is a standard measure for fecal egg counts which allows you to compare your current findings to previous test results. The higher your dog's EPG count, the higher the number of parasite eggs your dog is shedding into their environment. Your dog's parasite EPG calculation is often referred to as a parasite load or worm burden.

How bad is it?

Zero Egg Count's Parasite and Worm Kit's test results classifies your dog into a shedder categories ranging from ZERO parasites detected to a HIGH of >51 EPG.  

Knowing your dog's shedding classification helps you determine an appropriate deworming treatment program. A low shedding dog will typically need less deworming treatments than a medium or high shedder.

Test Before You Treat

You should test (and treat) according to the region in which your dog lives. Canine parasite or worm egg counts increase in the Spring for dogs living in the northern and midwestern United States with egg counts peaking in the late Summer/Autumn and declining in the Winter months. While in the southern United States, the opposite pattern occurs, with the peak occurring in the Winter months.

Your Time is Valuable

You want to test your dog for parasites and worms when it works for you!

Some dog owners used to rely on their veterinarians to acquire their dog's stool samples and coordinate the expensive lab testing. However, this means you are limited to taking a fecal when the vet is there, which may not be the right time of year or convenient for you. Also you never know which type of test is being performed, who is testing your dog's stool sample or how much experience they have performing the test.

It may also be difficult for you to get to the vet, or it's time-consuming to go by the vet's office to drop off a sample, or maybe you just want to take control of your dog's healthcare. Zero Egg Count Test Parasite and Worm Stool Kits allow you the freedom to test on your schedule while saving time and money.

Questions? We've Got Answers!

How much does your kit cost?

Our kit's price varies depending on where you choose to purchase the kit. Kits are available on this website, several online pet retailers and some local tack shops and pet stores. Each kit includes everything you need to collect and safely ship a dog's stool sample to our laboratory. Best of all is that all laboratory and shipping charges are included.

What’s the difference between your fecal egg count test and a veterinarian's fecal egg count test?

Zero Egg Count's lab uses one of the most sensitive testing technique available. Most veterinarians and reference laboratories use a testing technique which limits the number of parasite egg detection to 25 EPG or greater. Whereas, Zero Egg Count's testing technique uses a technique which has a detection limit of 1 parasite egg per gram (EPG).

How do I know which parasites to test for?

We test for the most common parasites found in dogs such as whipworms, roundworms, hookworms, tapeworms and coccidia. NOTE: A dog's internal parasite test results only indicate the presence of parasites eggs being shed at the time of testing.

How do I collect my dog's manure sample?

You will need to purchase a Zero Egg Count kit for each dog being tested. FRESH IS BEST, so collecting and shipping your dog's stool sample on the same day works great; however, if that is not possible, then remember to refrigerate (not freeze) the sample and ship it as soon as you can. An easy to use sample stool collection system and straight-forward step-by-step instructions are included with every test kit.

Where do I send my dog's sample?

All stool samples should be sent to our laboratory using the self-addressed prepaid shipping envelope included with every kit. Remember to include your email address on your collection and shipping information sheet so we will be able to send your dog's test results to the right place.

When do I get my test results back?

The time it takes for the United States Postal Service to delivery your dog's sample to our lab varies. However our lab technicians will process and email your dog's test results back to you within a few days of your the sample arriving at our laboratory. Don't forget to include a completed Collection and Shipping form with your sample.    

What's included in my test results?

Your dog's test results will describe which test was performed, what type, and how many parasite/worm eggs were detected. Test results will also identify your dog's shedder category and provide some next steps.

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