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How long do roundworms live in dogs?

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Roundworms can complete their life cycle in immature dogs, but as the pup's immune system matures (usually by 6 months of age), the larval stages of the roundworm will become arrested and will encyst (become enclosed in a cyst) in the pup's muscles. They can remain encysted in the dog's tissues for months or years.


Do roundworms come out of dogs alive?

Adult roundworms live in the affected dog's intestines. Many dogs do not have signs of infection; however, dogs with major roundworm infections, especially puppies, show diarrhea, vomiting, weight loss, dull hair, and a potbellied appearance. The dog may cough if the roundworms move into the lungs.

How long does it take to get rid of roundworms?

Symptoms may include worms in a bowel movement or coming from the nose or mouth, vomiting, and stomach pain. In most cases, roundworms can be easily treated by taking a medicine that kills the worms in about 3 days. After treatment, infection can happen again.

How long does it take for a dog to get rid of roundworms after treatment?

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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