![]() ![]() Puppies are at greater risk from worms if the live in a kennel, breeding facility or shelter. Once diagnosed, puppies will be receive a prescription dewormer followed by the suggested use of a preventative. Diagnosis is based on an examination of the feces (bring a sample to the vet) or a blood test for heartworm. Some worms such as hookworms and roundworms can be passed to children and adults, making it even more important to seek prompt treatment. Puppy worm related symptoms include poor coat condition and a loose stool. A single worm does is not enough to eradicate the worms they have picked up from the mother. The council also recommends that treatment with a dewormer start at 2 weeks of age and is repeated every 2 weeks until regular broad spectrum parasite control begins. The companion animal parasite council recommends that puppies be tested for intestinal parasites at least 4x in the first year of life and 2x times per year in adults depending on health and lifecycle factors. This can occur as early as 2 weeks of age. Puppies should be dewormed at least two times, usually during their first and second visit to a vet or the first time they are vaccinated. Worms can be dangerous and should trigger a trip to the veterinarian whenever they are suspected. Puppies are often born with worms that are passed on from the mother before birth or through nursing. The most diagnosed puppy worm types are hookworms and roundworms. Finding worms in puppy poop is a common problem with worms found in puppies 99% of the time. ![]()
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