Giardia Parasite Test for Dogs and Cats

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

Biomarkers included

• Giardia: Giardia is a microscopic parasite that can infect the small intestine of dogs and cause giardiasis. It can disturb digestion and nutrient absorption and is commonly linked to diarrhoea, soft or greasy stool, mucus in the stool, gas, stomach discomfort, weight loss, reduced appetite and tiredness. Some dogs may carry Giardia without clear symptoms but can still shed the parasite in their stool. Det

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.