To help get rid of worms already living inside your dog, you can use a deworming treatment to kill many common intestinal worms found in dogs. Be sure to read the worming product label to learn how often to deworm your dog. Keep in mind that intestinal worms like hookworms are very common, especially in puppies.
Can a puppy survive hookworms?
It is not uncommon for young puppies to die from severe hookworm infections. Dogs may also exhibit coughing in severe cases. "It is not uncommon for young puppies to die from severe hookworm infections."
How serious is hookworm in puppies?
Hookworms are a serious threat to dogs, especially young puppies. They can cause blood loss, weight loss, diarrhea or death. Hookworms live in your dog's digestive system. They must be diagnosed by your veterinarian.
How did my puppy get hookworms?
Dogs accidentally ingest the larvae by sniffing or eating contaminated soil or feces. They can also ingest larvae by grooming their paws or by drinking contaminated water, and larvae can burrow into the skin of unsuspecting dogs if the dog lies on contaminated soil. Mothers pass lots of good traits on to their pups.
What do you do if your puppy has hookworms?
Puppies or kittens can die from untreated intestinal parasites, including hookworm. Puppies should be treated with an anti-parasite medication starting when they are between 2 and 4 weeks old. Treatment should then be repeated every 2 weeks until your dog is 8 weeks old.
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