A puppy should be wormed as early as two weeks of age. By the time a puppy is old enough to go to a new, forever home (ideally 8 weeks of age, after weaning) it's vital to maintain a deworming program to ensure your pet stays healthy and comfortable.
What are the side effects of deworming a puppy?
After being dewormed, dogs and puppies may suffer some mild side effects, including:lack of appetite.gastrointestinal upset.vomiting.diarrhea.Deworming in Dogs - Conditions Treated, Procedure, Efficacy ... - Wag!
At what age is it safe to worm puppies?
Young puppies may be born with worms, and are still developing their immune system. For this reason, puppies should be dewormed early in their life, most often at 2, 4, 6, 8 and 12 weeks of age.
What happens when you worm a puppy?
After worming your pet, your dog may pass out dead worms and this is completely normal and nothing to worry about. Sometimes, they may show some slight movement, such as a flicking motion, but the worms will go on to die.
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