Your standard over-the-counter dog worming treatment targets intestinal worms (such as roundworm and tapeworm) but is ineffective against lungworm – a potentially life-threatening disease in dogs.
Do worming tablets stop lungworm?
Thankfully, although you can't stop your dog being exposed to lungworms, there are lots of options for preventing an infestation developing. Regular worming treatments. Worming treatments usually come in the form of tablets or spot-ons, and may manage a range of parasites including lungworms.
What medication prevents lungworm in dogs?
NexGard Spectra Pack of 3 (Prescription Required)Nexgard Spectra - Prescription-Only Parasite Treatment Nexgard Spectra is a broad spectrum parasite treatment for fleas, ticks and worms that includes protection against lungworm and roundworm. ...
What wormer kills lungworm in dogs UK?
The most commonly used treatment is a spot-on medication containing two drugs called moxidectin and imidacloprid that kill the worms at all stages of development.
Does Drontal prevent lungworm?
It protects against fleas, lice, mites and internal worms including Lungworm. It does not cover tapeworms which are a lower risk and can easily be treated with a 3 monthly wormer such as Drontal alongside your Advocate.
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