How Do You Deworm a Puppy?
Did you know that seeing worms in a puppy’s stool is more common than you think? When this happens, your puppy needs to be dewormed. This article will go into further detail about worms and the overall process of deworming puppies.
There are many signs and symptoms that a puppy has worms. The common signs include:
- Bloating
- Vomiting
- Upset stomach
- Lethargy
- Anxiety
- Frequent excretion
Do you believe that your puppy has worms? If so, you must consult your veterinarian. They can help you determine if your dog has worms and what kind of worms they have. Your veterinarian will run tests based on the symptoms your puppy is having. Most vets will begin with a stool sample. The sample will be looked at under a microscope to see if there are any worms in the dog waste. Common worms found in the stool of puppies include:
- Roundworms
- Tapeworms
- Hookworms
- Whipworms
- Coccidia
Your vet may also do blood work to see the blood levels in your dog, as some of these worms will try to get nutrients from your dog’s blood. There are various ways that your vet may deworm your puppy. Oral medications and shots exist that cover a wide range of internal parasites. Remember that each parasite needs a different kind of medicine to kill them.
You may be wondering when you should start the deworming process for puppies. We recommend you begin deworming the puppy around two to three weeks old. As always, prevention is critical. Preventing your puppy from getting parasites is way better than treating them for the symptoms they can cause. You must also keep yourself clean because people can catch parasites from dogs.
