Vet Removes Something Gigantic From Poor Kitten’s Nose Making Everyone Squirm

The Nebraska Humane Society released a disturbing video to warn pet owners about an opportunistic parasite, the Cuterebra. The Cuterebra is a fly parasite that infects dogs and cats, particularly those that spend time outdoors. It’s eggs attach to the hairs and then use the host’s body heat to hatch the larva.

During grooming, when the dog or cat typically licks itself, it inadvertently licks and swallows the hatched larva as well. Ultimately, it burrows into the animal’s cavity or skin. It can also enter the body via an open wound.