Pregnant Bitches and Unweaned Pups Pregnant bitches and bitches with young puppies should be wormed frequently. We recommend that bitches should be wormed before mating, after the first 45 days of pregnancy and after giving birth. They should then be wormed with their pups at 2, 5 and 8 weeks and after weaning.
What Dewormer is safe for pregnant dogs?
Fenbendazole ( Panacur) is a suitable wormer for pregnant bitches; it is effective against roundworm, hookworm, some lungworm and tapeworms. Pyrantel/praziquantel combinations may also be suitable.
What happens if you deworm a pregnant dog?
No, we do not recommend worming your dog during pregnancy. We strongly recommend speaking with your vet if you wish to worm your pregnant dog, as they can carry out a risk/benefit assessment. Once the mum has given birth, it is important to worm both her and her puppies.
When should you deworm a pregnant dog?
At present it is recommended to start de-worming pregnant bitches daily from day 40 of pregnancy until 2 days after whelping. The puppies should be dewormed at 2, 5, 8 and 12 weeks of age and then monthly until they are 6 months old. The mother should be treated at the same time as the puppies.
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