Tapeworms in dogs are described as:

• A. External parasites near the ears
• B. Intestinal parasite that looks like rice and may be visible in anal region, under tail, or in feces
• C. Bile-producing parasites
• D. Ring-shaped maggots under skin

Answer: (B)

Tapeworms are intestinal parasites that live in the dog's small intestine and produce segments called proglottids. These segments can look like grains of rice and may be seen around the dog's anal area, under the tail, or in the feces. This rice-like appearance, plus their typical location, is the hallmark of tapeworm infection. They aren’t external parasites near the ears, nor bile-producing parasites, nor maggots under the skin. Dogs usually acquire them by eating an intermediate host, such as fleas carrying tapeworm eggs or small prey. Treating tapeworms involves an appropriate anti-parasitic medication and often addressing fleas to prevent reinfection.