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Description
🐌 Dogs don’t have to eat a slug to be exposed to lungworm, which is why a Lungworm Screen for Dogs is improtant.
Many dog owners believe lungworm infection only occurs when a dog eats a slug or snail.
In reality, dogs may also be exposed through slug or snail slime left in everyday outdoor environments.
Exposure may occur on:
🌿 Grass and vegetation
🥣 Outdoor water bowls
🎾 Toys left in the garden
🐌 Slug and snail slime
🦊 Areas visited by foxes
⚠️ Recognising the signs of lungworm
Lungworm can affect dogs in different ways, and the symptoms aren’t always obvious. Some dogs may appear generally unwell, while others develop more specific signs over time.
Common signs may include:
✔ Persistent cough
✔ Becoming tired more quickly
✔ Changes in breathing
✔ Reduced appetite
✔ Lethargy
✔ Unexplained bleeding (in some cases)
If you’re concerned about your dog’s health, contact your veterinary surgeon promptly.
❓How the Lungworm Screen for Dogs works
The Lungworm Screen for Dogs is a simple laboratory blood test designed to detect Angiostrongylus vasorum, the lungworm species affecting dogs in the UK.
Blood samples are collected by your veterinary practice before being analysed at Dragon Lab using validated laboratory methods.
Vet blood draw required. Most appointments take only a few minutes.
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“Our vet was very impressed with the report and the turnaround was incredibly fast.”
Emma R.
✅ Trusted Veterinary Testing
Dragon Lab uses the Angio Detect® assay, one of the most widely recognised laboratory methods for detecting Angiostrongylus vasorum infection in dogs.
Published studies report a sensitivity of approximately 98%, compared with around 61% reported for a single faecal examination.
This helps provide fast, reliable laboratory results to support clinical decision-making.
✔ Easy-to-use kit
✔ Trusted by veterinary professionals and dog owners
✔ Professional UK laboratory analysis
✔ Fast turnaround times; typically within 24 hours of sample arrival
✔ Clear reports
When Might a Lungworm Screen for Dogs Be Helpful?
✔ Your dog may have been exposed to lungworm
✔ Your dog lives in or has visited a higher-risk area
✔ You want additional information before discussing treatment options with your veterinary surgeon
✔ You’d like fast, reliable laboratory testing
What You Receive
✔ Full postal testing kit
✔ Prepaid return packaging
✔ Professional immunity report
✔ UK laboratory analysis
✔ Results within 24 hours of sample arrival
Learn More
Understanding Lungworm in Dogs
Lungworm Myths & Facts
How the Lungworm Screen for Dogs Works
Why Choose Dragon Lab?
🧪 Proudly Independent UK Laboratory
⏱ Results within 24 hours
📦 Postal test kit
🐾 Professional laboratory report
