[header] How to check cats for worms [title] Look for changes to the cat's coat. [step] A cat's fur is usually lustrous, but if your cat has worms, its coat might become dull or flat looking. [substeps] This can occur because of dehydration or poor absorption of nutrients resulting from the parasite infection. 
[title] Check your cat's gums. [step] A healthy cat has pink gums, much like our own.