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Why are all puppies born with worms?

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Your dog may be infected with roundworms from the time it is born because often the mother passes the worms to the puppy while it is still in her body. Roundworms can also develop in a puppy after it is born when the puppy eats larvated eggs from the environment or drinks worm larvae (young worms) in the mother's milk.


Do all new puppies have worms?

Symptoms for intestinal worms are more obvious in puppies: They might vomit or have diarrhea, and may also have a pot-bellied appearance and a dull coat. However, almost all puppies are born with roundworms, so even those that appear healthy will usually have some worms inside them.

Why are puppies more susceptible to worms?

Dogs' everyday curiosity, behavior and propensity to sample things with their mouths will always put them at risk for picking up worms. Digging in dirt, having fleas, eating soil or feces and chasing wildlife are all ways your pet dog can pick up intestinal worms.

Is it common for pups to have worms?

A: Not all puppies, but it is very common for puppies to have roundworms or hookworms, either passed in utero or through a mothers' milk. Because worm infection is so common, we normally deworm puppies just to be safe.

How do you get rid of worms in newborn puppies?

The vet can prescribe a de-wormer that can be used at home after the initial treatment in the vet's office. Generally, puppies are retreated every two weeks, until they are past eight weeks old. The amount of de-wormer given to the puppy is based upon her weight.

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