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What age can I give my Puppy dewormer?

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Because worms are so common in puppies, vets recommend de-worming them for the first time when they're 2 to 3 weeks old. Worms can pass from mother to baby before birth or soon after, through their milk. It will take more than one dose. The first round kills the worms that are there at the time. 23 окт. 2020 г.


What Dewormer is safe for 2 week old puppies?

Most veterinarians will agree that pyrantel (Nemex; Zoetis) is the best medication to use in the earliest phases of puppy or kittenhood. Safe enough for 2-week-old pediatric patients, this drug is used by most breeders and shelters to begin killing parasitic roundworms and hookworms.

How much dewormer do you give a puppy?

Administer one full teaspoon (5mL) for each 10 pounds of body weight (2.27 mg base per lb. of body weight).

What Wormer is safe for puppies?

With pyrantel pamoate as the powerful active ingredient, Nemex-2 Liquid Dewormer is a safe and effective treatment for roundworms and hookworms in dogs and puppies as young as 2 weeks of age. Many dogs dislike taking tablets and even powdered dewormers may be difficult to disguise in your dog's food.

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