Giardia Parasite Test for Dogs and Cats
GetTested’s **Giardia Parasite Test for Dogs and Cats** is a rapid at home stool test that helps detect Giardia, a common intestinal parasite in dogs and cats. Giardia can cause diarrhoea, vomiting, gas, bloating, reduced appetite and recurring digestive discomfort. It can also spread easily through contaminated water, food, faeces or shared animal environments. The test gives a clear result in approximately **10 minutes**, helping you quickly check whether Giardia may be involved and whether further guidance may be useful.
Product details: EUR 24.99 — InStock — SKU SY-GIAFC — GetTested
About this test
Common Signs of Giardia
Dogs and cats with Giardia may experience:
Diarrhoea
Soft, watery or greasy stools
Vomiting
Gas or bloating
Reduced appetite
Weight loss
Low energy
Some pets may carry Giardia without obvious symptoms, while others may have symptoms that come and go.
Who May Benefit from This Test?
This test may be suitable for dogs and cats that:
Have diarrhoea or recurring digestive symptoms
Spend time in kennels, shelters, day care or shared animal environments
Live in a multi pet household
May have been exposed to contaminated water, food or faeces
Need a quick first check for Giardia at home
Simple Home Testing
The test is performed using a small stool sample collected at home. The sample is mixed with the provided buffer and applied to the test cassette.
Results are available in approximately 10 minutes, making it a practical option when you want quick information about a possible Giardia infection.
What the Result Can Help With
A positive result may indicate that Giardia antigen is present in the stool sample. This can help explain digestive symptoms such as diarrhoea, soft stools, gas or recurring stomach discomfort.
If Giardia is detected, further guidance may be useful for treatment, hygiene measures and reducing the risk of reinfection or spread to other animals.
What Is Included in the Kit?
1 Giardia test cassette
1 Sample collection tool
1 Buffer solution
Step by step instructions
Frequently asked questions
Can dogs and cats carry Giardia without symptoms?
Yes. Some pets may carry Giardia without obvious signs, while others develop recurring or intermittent digestive symptoms.
Why is Giardia common in shared animal environments?
Giardia can spread through contaminated faeces, water, food or surfaces. This makes it more relevant in kennels, shelters, day care settings and multi pet households.
Can Giardia cause symptoms that come and go?
Yes. Giardia related symptoms can be mild, recurring or intermittent, which can make the infection harder to recognise without testing.
Customer reviews
4.7/5 (3)
- 4/5 — Good test for at-home screening, but it was a bit tricky to get the stool sample into the tube. Still, much cheaper than a preliminary clinic visit.
- 5/5 — This gave me some much-needed peace of mind while waiting for a vet appointment. Results showed up in exactly 10 minutes as promised.
- 5/5 — Got the results quickly and the instructions were very easy to follow.