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Why my dog keeps getting worms?

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Some of the most common ways to contract worms in dogs include: Drinking contaminated milk from the mother during nursing. Rolling in, sniffing, eating, stepping in or licking contaminated soil. Consuming infected prey like rodents, birds, and reptiles.


What to do if your dog keeps getting worms?

Your veterinarian may prescribe an oral or injectable dewormer that will kill the adult and larval worms. They may also recommend starting your dog on monthly topical or oral flea prevention, since tapeworm infections can recur if there are fleas in your dog's environment.

Why does my dog keep getting worms even after deworming?

Paralyzed worms pass through the intestinal tract and are passed out in your puppy's poop. This is why you will notice that your puppy poops worms after deworming. This may continue for three days or even longer. Be careful to dispose of your dog's excrement properly to get rid of any worm eggs and larvae.

Why do dogs get worms so much?

Hunting Behavior. Dogs aren't the only ones eating parasite eggs. If your dog likes to hunt or scavenge, they could catch worms from other infected animals like rodents, rabbits, birds and even insects like roaches and earthworms that have eaten worm eggs.

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