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Can you give a pregnant dog dewormer?

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Created: 2022-03-09 02:00:14

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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.


What Wormer can I use on a pregnant dog?

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.

Is deworming harmful during pregnancy?

Although deworming treatment is considered safe and effective at any time, it is recommended that pregnant women in the first trimester be excluded from deworming treatment.

Can you deworm a mother dog?

The majority of veterinarian-approved dewormers, or wormers, are safe to use on a nursing mama dog. Deworming her and her babies is the right thing to do, especially if she hasn't been getting or has missed monthly parasite prevention doses.

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