At least every three months. Depending on your pet's lifestyle, more regular worming may need to be undertaken and it is recommended this be discussed with your vet if you are concerned.
How do you know when a dog needs deworming?
If you see worms in the stool – it is common to be able to see worms or fragments of worms in the stool. This is the most obvious sign that your pet needs a dewormer, many worms look like spaghetti or rice. If you see worms or pieces of worms in the fur – particularly around the back end, or the tail of your pet.
Can you worm your dog too often?
Yes, you can worm your dog too often! And it has no obvious benefit. In fact, over-worming your dog can actually backfire, and make your dog build up a tolerance – you most certainly don't want that.
Should you regularly deworm dogs?
Every time you give a deworming pill you get rid of any adult worms that are living in the intestines. If there is a large number, you may see them pass in the stool (they look like a pile of spaghetti). Currently, we recommend monthly deworming for all dogs in the summer months.
Is it okay to deworm your dog every month?
As a matter of fact, puppies and young dogs should be dewormed when they reach their 21-30 days of age. This means they should be dewormed at least once every month until they're three months old. After that, they can be dewormed once in every two months until they are 6 months old.
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