“Worms can be picked up from your dog's stool and contaminated soil. They can infect other dogs, and in some cases, people can contract certain types of worms. That's one reason it's important that you always carefully clean up your dog's stool.”
How did my puppy get worms?
Dogs can pick up worms from a variety of sources, from their mother's milk as puppies, from eating dead animals or prey when outside, from having fleas which carry worm larvae, and in the case of lungworm, from contact with slugs or snails.
Is it normal for puppies to have worms?
A: Not all puppies, but it is very common for puppies to have roundworms or hookworms, either passed in utero or through a mothers' milk. Because worm infection is so common, we normally deworm puppies just to be safe.
What should I do if my puppy has worms?
Once worms are suspected to be affecting your dog, seek veterinary guidance right away for an exact diagnosis and treatment regimen. De-worming medication is usually necessary, and in severe cases, your dog may need to be hospitalized for treatment and observation.
How long does it take to get rid of worms in puppies?
It takes approximately four weeks for roundworms to be treated with dewormer. The infective larvae and eggs can survive in your dog for a long time time and are particularly resistant to changes in conditions in the body.
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