Hookworms are a serious threat to dogs, especially young puppies. They can cause blood loss, weight loss, diarrhea or death. Hookworms live in your dog's digestive system. They must be diagnosed by your veterinarian.
Can a dog recover from hookworms?
Recovery of Hookworms in Dogs If caught early, it usually takes around 3-5 days for symptoms to resolve following medication, and a few weeks to completely eliminate the worms.
What should I do if my dog has hookworm?
Treating hookworms in dogs requires the intervention of a veterinarian who can prescribe your dog with a dewormer, or anthelmintic. These drugs are usually oral and come with few side effects, but they only kill the adult hookworms.
What happens if hookworm goes untreated?
An untreated, severe infection results in blood loss. Blood loss can lead to anemia and protein deficiency. Severe anemia can cause dizziness, fatigue, muscle cramps, shortness of breath and chest pain. Children infected with hookworms over long periods of time can suffer severe effects from lack of iron and protein.
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