Can I deworm my dog myself?

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• Can roundworm infections cause long-term problems?

You can get roundworms by coming into contact with roundworm eggs or larvae. See your healthcare provider if you have symptoms of pinworm or other roundworms. A round of medication usually treats t (...)

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• Can puppies go all night without eating?

Between four and six weeks old a puppy can be fed every five to six hours. No puppy should go without eating more than a couple of hours beyond the required feeding periods. The exception to that w (...)

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• How do I know if my dogs have worms?

Infected dogs may pass segments of tapeworms in their stool. These may be visible and resemble little pieces of rice. Sometimes affected dogs may scoot their bottoms along the ground. If you see si (...)

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• Do potato chips cause the most weight gain?

They are very high in calories, and it's easy to eat way too many of them. In observational studies, consuming French fries and potato chips has been linked to weight gain ( 4 , 5 ). One study even (...)

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• Can dogs survive on vegan dog food?

Dogs prefer meat, but a vegan or vegetarian diet is possible with the right supplements. For health and ethical reasons, many vegetarian and vegan humans choose to share their dietary preferences w (...)

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