Don’t worm around training – Download Zigzag!<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nRoundworm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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It might sound like a lot, but it\u2019s no trouble, we\u2019re here to help you along the way. In this article, we\u2019ll talk you through all the different puppy worms there, the symptoms of puppy worms, and all the available treatments. Check you out, you can probably become the official puppy dewormer in your neighborhood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Types of puppy worms<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Let\u2019s make proper introductions. Here\u2019s a list of all the types of puppy worms (just don\u2019t greet them with a handshake…better not to touch them at all – bleurgh)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Roundworm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Roundworms are quite long and spaghetti-like; they can be white or light brown in color too. Hope you can still enjoy a bowl of spaghetti after this. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- You\u2019ll see these types of worms in dog\u2019s poo. Roundworms live in the dog’s gut, and lay eggs within the intestine. These are then pooped out, and probably end up eaten by other dogs. And so the yuck life cycle continues. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Puppies are infected with roundworms when they are in the womb. Pot bellies, a dull coat and a slow or poor growth rate are sure signs of roundworm, so you might want to keep an eye out for them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Here\u2019s the good news: Roundworms are extremely common in dogs, so there\u2019s no need to panic too much if yours gets them. It\u2019s just another benefit of owning a dog! <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Photo by Lydia Torrey<\/a> on Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nHookworm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Okay, so these puppy worms are really gross. Hookworms are short, blood sucking intestinal parasites… with teeth! Yep, sounds like a horror film, right?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Although small, hookworms can cause problems in puppies and dogs. They strip nutrients out of dogs and in the case of puppies, they can be fatal due to how much blood they suck; potentially causing anaemia. They really are a bunch of little\u2026you know what.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Fortunately, hookworms aren\u2019t very common in the UK, but they can be found more widely in Europe so don\u2019t let your guard down just yet. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Whipworm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Whipworms are named as such because they are shaped like a whip (yet much less fun), and are around 2-3 inches in length. An uncomfortably large size, if you ask us. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Whipworms aren\u2019t really puppy worms since they mostly affect senior dogs who have a high \u2018worm burden\u2019 (dog slang for \u2018having a large infestation\u2019) , so you can take a breather. If you have a senior dog, look out for weight loss, mucus or bloody poops – these are often signs of Whipworm. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Whipworms are thankfully not too common these days – at least in the UK. But they do tend to be more prevalent in Europe.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Tapeworm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Tapeworms are transmitted when your dog eats infected fleas when grooming themselves or other dogs. See why it\u2019s important not to go licking things?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Now these really go beyond the pale. Tapeworms are apartment, white, ribbon like worms and can be over a foot or more in length! They also have 6 revolting rows of sharp teeth. We do wish you luck in digesting your next bowl of noodles. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- You\u2019ll find these worms in dog poop or around their tail by seeing what looks like grains of rice\u2026except these are in fact pieces of the tapeworm busting their way out of the dog in order to reproduce! Vom worthy. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- In a puppy, a high worm burden can be quite serious and cause anaemia, intestinal blockage and a slow\/low growth rate so better get it looked at as soon as you can. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Lungworm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Snails, frogs and slugs are some of the wonderful animals that live in the great outdoors. However, they\u2019re also ones that often have lungworm and can transmit it to dogs when they give them a lick or get in contact with them. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lungworms are really not fun, so we\u2019re not going to joke around that much for this. They live in dogs\u2019 heart and blood vessels, which means they can cause problems in the heart, breathing issues and pneumonia. In some cases, they can even cause hemorrhages in the lungs, intestine, eyes and spinal cord. If left untreated, it can sadly be fatal!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- <\/strong>After only 28 days, these worms can start to reproduce so it\u2019s important to keep an eye out for them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Heartworm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Not only are mosquitoes annoying for their incredibly irritating buzzing sounds, but also because they can transmit heartworm to dogs and puppies. Once they bite, the worms travel from the vessels to the heart where they take as their new home.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Heartworm are the type of puppy worms that can cause quite a lot of damage to the vessels in the heart, liver, lungs and kidneys.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Once again, heartworms are no joke. The treatment for heartworm can be quite tricky even if detected quite early – but luckily for us, the UK is at low risk for this. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Photo by Erda Estremera<\/a> on Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nSymptoms of puppy worms<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Ah yes, these will be good to know. Puppy worms might be hard to spot, so you might want to make it a habit to go hunting for worms in your dog\u2019s poop. It\u2019ll be weird, but it\u2019ll be worth it. In the meantime, here\u2019s a couple of puppy worm symptoms to look out for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Diarrhea<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Vomiting<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Swollen abdomen<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lethargy<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Dull coat<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Dehydration<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Cough (normally only seen in roundworm and hookworm infections)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Blocked intestine (only in severe cases or infestations)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Pneumonia (only seen in serious cases of roundworm)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lack of growth or weight in a puppy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Worm treatment for puppies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Wormers come in all shapes and sizes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- A tablet: <\/strong>Tablets are the easiest worm treatment for puppies since they\u2019re simply the most enjoyable – apparently they can be yummy sometimes. Drontal Tasty Bone Wormer<\/a>, Cestem Flavoured wormer<\/a>, Terraworm Tablets<\/a> and the Prazitel Worming tablet<\/a> <\/strong>are our top three.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A paste: <\/strong>These are often popular to use among puppies. The Panacur paste worme<\/a>r works great to wave those puppy worms goodbye.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A granular powder: <\/strong>These are easy to use, as you can sprinkle them on your puppy\u2019s food. Panacur\u2019s granular wormer <\/a>and Granofen Worming Granules for Dogs<\/a> are fantastic. No worms in dog\u2019s poop after this, that\u2019s for sure. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A liquid: <\/strong>Liquid worm treatment for puppies also exists, and can be given to pups that are up to one year old. Drontal puppy suspension<\/a> works rather well.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Of course, if you\u2019re unsure please always contact your vet. They\u2019ll know which one\u2019s best for your puppy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"pug](\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/charles-deluvio-JoOdtg1qMZA-unsplash-1024x733.jpg\")
Photo by Charles Deluvio<\/a> on Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nSo as you\u2019ve read, puppy worms are probably among the least fabulous things you\u2019ll face in your puppy parenthood journey. It\u2019s sad and disgusting, but true. On the bright side, we hope we\u2019ve given you a good enough guide so you can squirm away from them as soon as you spot them, and get the right treatment to banish them. Worms, be gone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Hookworm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Okay, so these puppy worms are really gross. Hookworms are short, blood sucking intestinal parasites… with teeth! Yep, sounds like a horror film, right?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Although small, hookworms can cause problems in puppies and dogs. They strip nutrients out of dogs and in the case of puppies, they can be fatal due to how much blood they suck; potentially causing anaemia. They really are a bunch of little\u2026you know what.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Fortunately, hookworms aren\u2019t very common in the UK, but they can be found more widely in Europe so don\u2019t let your guard down just yet. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Whipworm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Whipworms are named as such because they are shaped like a whip (yet much less fun), and are around 2-3 inches in length. An uncomfortably large size, if you ask us. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Whipworms aren\u2019t really puppy worms since they mostly affect senior dogs who have a high \u2018worm burden\u2019 (dog slang for \u2018having a large infestation\u2019) , so you can take a breather. If you have a senior dog, look out for weight loss, mucus or bloody poops – these are often signs of Whipworm. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Whipworms are thankfully not too common these days – at least in the UK. But they do tend to be more prevalent in Europe.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Tapeworm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Tapeworms are transmitted when your dog eats infected fleas when grooming themselves or other dogs. See why it\u2019s important not to go licking things?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Now these really go beyond the pale. Tapeworms are apartment, white, ribbon like worms and can be over a foot or more in length! They also have 6 revolting rows of sharp teeth. We do wish you luck in digesting your next bowl of noodles. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- You\u2019ll find these worms in dog poop or around their tail by seeing what looks like grains of rice\u2026except these are in fact pieces of the tapeworm busting their way out of the dog in order to reproduce! Vom worthy. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- In a puppy, a high worm burden can be quite serious and cause anaemia, intestinal blockage and a slow\/low growth rate so better get it looked at as soon as you can. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Lungworm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Snails, frogs and slugs are some of the wonderful animals that live in the great outdoors. However, they\u2019re also ones that often have lungworm and can transmit it to dogs when they give them a lick or get in contact with them. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lungworms are really not fun, so we\u2019re not going to joke around that much for this. They live in dogs\u2019 heart and blood vessels, which means they can cause problems in the heart, breathing issues and pneumonia. In some cases, they can even cause hemorrhages in the lungs, intestine, eyes and spinal cord. If left untreated, it can sadly be fatal!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- <\/strong>After only 28 days, these worms can start to reproduce so it\u2019s important to keep an eye out for them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Heartworm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Not only are mosquitoes annoying for their incredibly irritating buzzing sounds, but also because they can transmit heartworm to dogs and puppies. Once they bite, the worms travel from the vessels to the heart where they take as their new home.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Heartworm are the type of puppy worms that can cause quite a lot of damage to the vessels in the heart, liver, lungs and kidneys.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Once again, heartworms are no joke. The treatment for heartworm can be quite tricky even if detected quite early – but luckily for us, the UK is at low risk for this. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Photo by Erda Estremera<\/a> on Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nSymptoms of puppy worms<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Ah yes, these will be good to know. Puppy worms might be hard to spot, so you might want to make it a habit to go hunting for worms in your dog\u2019s poop. It\u2019ll be weird, but it\u2019ll be worth it. In the meantime, here\u2019s a couple of puppy worm symptoms to look out for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Diarrhea<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Vomiting<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Swollen abdomen<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lethargy<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Dull coat<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Dehydration<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Cough (normally only seen in roundworm and hookworm infections)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Blocked intestine (only in severe cases or infestations)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Pneumonia (only seen in serious cases of roundworm)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lack of growth or weight in a puppy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Worm treatment for puppies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Wormers come in all shapes and sizes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- A tablet: <\/strong>Tablets are the easiest worm treatment for puppies since they\u2019re simply the most enjoyable – apparently they can be yummy sometimes. Drontal Tasty Bone Wormer<\/a>, Cestem Flavoured wormer<\/a>, Terraworm Tablets<\/a> and the Prazitel Worming tablet<\/a> <\/strong>are our top three.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A paste: <\/strong>These are often popular to use among puppies. The Panacur paste worme<\/a>r works great to wave those puppy worms goodbye.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A granular powder: <\/strong>These are easy to use, as you can sprinkle them on your puppy\u2019s food. Panacur\u2019s granular wormer <\/a>and Granofen Worming Granules for Dogs<\/a> are fantastic. No worms in dog\u2019s poop after this, that\u2019s for sure. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A liquid: <\/strong>Liquid worm treatment for puppies also exists, and can be given to pups that are up to one year old. Drontal puppy suspension<\/a> works rather well.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Of course, if you\u2019re unsure please always contact your vet. They\u2019ll know which one\u2019s best for your puppy!<\/p>\n\n\n\nPhoto by Charles Deluvio<\/a> on Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nSo as you\u2019ve read, puppy worms are probably among the least fabulous things you\u2019ll face in your puppy parenthood journey. It\u2019s sad and disgusting, but true. On the bright side, we hope we\u2019ve given you a good enough guide so you can squirm away from them as soon as you spot them, and get the right treatment to banish them. Worms, be gone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Whipworm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Whipworms are named as such because they are shaped like a whip (yet much less fun), and are around 2-3 inches in length. An uncomfortably large size, if you ask us. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Whipworms aren\u2019t really puppy worms since they mostly affect senior dogs who have a high \u2018worm burden\u2019 (dog slang for \u2018having a large infestation\u2019) , so you can take a breather. If you have a senior dog, look out for weight loss, mucus or bloody poops – these are often signs of Whipworm. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Whipworms are thankfully not too common these days – at least in the UK. But they do tend to be more prevalent in Europe.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Tapeworm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Tapeworms are transmitted when your dog eats infected fleas when grooming themselves or other dogs. See why it\u2019s important not to go licking things?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Now these really go beyond the pale. Tapeworms are apartment, white, ribbon like worms and can be over a foot or more in length! They also have 6 revolting rows of sharp teeth. We do wish you luck in digesting your next bowl of noodles. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- You\u2019ll find these worms in dog poop or around their tail by seeing what looks like grains of rice\u2026except these are in fact pieces of the tapeworm busting their way out of the dog in order to reproduce! Vom worthy. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- In a puppy, a high worm burden can be quite serious and cause anaemia, intestinal blockage and a slow\/low growth rate so better get it looked at as soon as you can. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Lungworm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Snails, frogs and slugs are some of the wonderful animals that live in the great outdoors. However, they\u2019re also ones that often have lungworm and can transmit it to dogs when they give them a lick or get in contact with them. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lungworms are really not fun, so we\u2019re not going to joke around that much for this. They live in dogs\u2019 heart and blood vessels, which means they can cause problems in the heart, breathing issues and pneumonia. In some cases, they can even cause hemorrhages in the lungs, intestine, eyes and spinal cord. If left untreated, it can sadly be fatal!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- <\/strong>After only 28 days, these worms can start to reproduce so it\u2019s important to keep an eye out for them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Heartworm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Not only are mosquitoes annoying for their incredibly irritating buzzing sounds, but also because they can transmit heartworm to dogs and puppies. Once they bite, the worms travel from the vessels to the heart where they take as their new home.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Heartworm are the type of puppy worms that can cause quite a lot of damage to the vessels in the heart, liver, lungs and kidneys.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Once again, heartworms are no joke. The treatment for heartworm can be quite tricky even if detected quite early – but luckily for us, the UK is at low risk for this. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Photo by Erda Estremera<\/a> on Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nSymptoms of puppy worms<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Ah yes, these will be good to know. Puppy worms might be hard to spot, so you might want to make it a habit to go hunting for worms in your dog\u2019s poop. It\u2019ll be weird, but it\u2019ll be worth it. In the meantime, here\u2019s a couple of puppy worm symptoms to look out for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Diarrhea<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Vomiting<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Swollen abdomen<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lethargy<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Dull coat<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Dehydration<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Cough (normally only seen in roundworm and hookworm infections)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Blocked intestine (only in severe cases or infestations)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Pneumonia (only seen in serious cases of roundworm)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lack of growth or weight in a puppy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Worm treatment for puppies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Wormers come in all shapes and sizes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- A tablet: <\/strong>Tablets are the easiest worm treatment for puppies since they\u2019re simply the most enjoyable – apparently they can be yummy sometimes. Drontal Tasty Bone Wormer<\/a>, Cestem Flavoured wormer<\/a>, Terraworm Tablets<\/a> and the Prazitel Worming tablet<\/a> <\/strong>are our top three.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A paste: <\/strong>These are often popular to use among puppies. The Panacur paste worme<\/a>r works great to wave those puppy worms goodbye.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A granular powder: <\/strong>These are easy to use, as you can sprinkle them on your puppy\u2019s food. Panacur\u2019s granular wormer <\/a>and Granofen Worming Granules for Dogs<\/a> are fantastic. No worms in dog\u2019s poop after this, that\u2019s for sure. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A liquid: <\/strong>Liquid worm treatment for puppies also exists, and can be given to pups that are up to one year old. Drontal puppy suspension<\/a> works rather well.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Of course, if you\u2019re unsure please always contact your vet. They\u2019ll know which one\u2019s best for your puppy!<\/p>\n\n\n\nPhoto by Charles Deluvio<\/a> on Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nSo as you\u2019ve read, puppy worms are probably among the least fabulous things you\u2019ll face in your puppy parenthood journey. It\u2019s sad and disgusting, but true. On the bright side, we hope we\u2019ve given you a good enough guide so you can squirm away from them as soon as you spot them, and get the right treatment to banish them. Worms, be gone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tapeworm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Tapeworms are transmitted when your dog eats infected fleas when grooming themselves or other dogs. See why it\u2019s important not to go licking things?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Now these really go beyond the pale. Tapeworms are apartment, white, ribbon like worms and can be over a foot or more in length! They also have 6 revolting rows of sharp teeth. We do wish you luck in digesting your next bowl of noodles. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- You\u2019ll find these worms in dog poop or around their tail by seeing what looks like grains of rice\u2026except these are in fact pieces of the tapeworm busting their way out of the dog in order to reproduce! Vom worthy. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- In a puppy, a high worm burden can be quite serious and cause anaemia, intestinal blockage and a slow\/low growth rate so better get it looked at as soon as you can. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Lungworm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Snails, frogs and slugs are some of the wonderful animals that live in the great outdoors. However, they\u2019re also ones that often have lungworm and can transmit it to dogs when they give them a lick or get in contact with them. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lungworms are really not fun, so we\u2019re not going to joke around that much for this. They live in dogs\u2019 heart and blood vessels, which means they can cause problems in the heart, breathing issues and pneumonia. In some cases, they can even cause hemorrhages in the lungs, intestine, eyes and spinal cord. If left untreated, it can sadly be fatal!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- <\/strong>After only 28 days, these worms can start to reproduce so it\u2019s important to keep an eye out for them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Heartworm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Not only are mosquitoes annoying for their incredibly irritating buzzing sounds, but also because they can transmit heartworm to dogs and puppies. Once they bite, the worms travel from the vessels to the heart where they take as their new home.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Heartworm are the type of puppy worms that can cause quite a lot of damage to the vessels in the heart, liver, lungs and kidneys.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Once again, heartworms are no joke. The treatment for heartworm can be quite tricky even if detected quite early – but luckily for us, the UK is at low risk for this. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Photo by Erda Estremera<\/a> on Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nSymptoms of puppy worms<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Ah yes, these will be good to know. Puppy worms might be hard to spot, so you might want to make it a habit to go hunting for worms in your dog\u2019s poop. It\u2019ll be weird, but it\u2019ll be worth it. In the meantime, here\u2019s a couple of puppy worm symptoms to look out for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Diarrhea<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Vomiting<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Swollen abdomen<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lethargy<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Dull coat<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Dehydration<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Cough (normally only seen in roundworm and hookworm infections)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Blocked intestine (only in severe cases or infestations)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Pneumonia (only seen in serious cases of roundworm)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lack of growth or weight in a puppy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Worm treatment for puppies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Wormers come in all shapes and sizes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- A tablet: <\/strong>Tablets are the easiest worm treatment for puppies since they\u2019re simply the most enjoyable – apparently they can be yummy sometimes. Drontal Tasty Bone Wormer<\/a>, Cestem Flavoured wormer<\/a>, Terraworm Tablets<\/a> and the Prazitel Worming tablet<\/a> <\/strong>are our top three.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A paste: <\/strong>These are often popular to use among puppies. The Panacur paste worme<\/a>r works great to wave those puppy worms goodbye.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A granular powder: <\/strong>These are easy to use, as you can sprinkle them on your puppy\u2019s food. Panacur\u2019s granular wormer <\/a>and Granofen Worming Granules for Dogs<\/a> are fantastic. No worms in dog\u2019s poop after this, that\u2019s for sure. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A liquid: <\/strong>Liquid worm treatment for puppies also exists, and can be given to pups that are up to one year old. Drontal puppy suspension<\/a> works rather well.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Of course, if you\u2019re unsure please always contact your vet. They\u2019ll know which one\u2019s best for your puppy!<\/p>\n\n\n\nPhoto by Charles Deluvio<\/a> on Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nSo as you\u2019ve read, puppy worms are probably among the least fabulous things you\u2019ll face in your puppy parenthood journey. It\u2019s sad and disgusting, but true. On the bright side, we hope we\u2019ve given you a good enough guide so you can squirm away from them as soon as you spot them, and get the right treatment to banish them. Worms, be gone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Lungworm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Snails, frogs and slugs are some of the wonderful animals that live in the great outdoors. However, they\u2019re also ones that often have lungworm and can transmit it to dogs when they give them a lick or get in contact with them. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lungworms are really not fun, so we\u2019re not going to joke around that much for this. They live in dogs\u2019 heart and blood vessels, which means they can cause problems in the heart, breathing issues and pneumonia. In some cases, they can even cause hemorrhages in the lungs, intestine, eyes and spinal cord. If left untreated, it can sadly be fatal!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- <\/strong>After only 28 days, these worms can start to reproduce so it\u2019s important to keep an eye out for them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Heartworm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Not only are mosquitoes annoying for their incredibly irritating buzzing sounds, but also because they can transmit heartworm to dogs and puppies. Once they bite, the worms travel from the vessels to the heart where they take as their new home.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Heartworm are the type of puppy worms that can cause quite a lot of damage to the vessels in the heart, liver, lungs and kidneys.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Once again, heartworms are no joke. The treatment for heartworm can be quite tricky even if detected quite early – but luckily for us, the UK is at low risk for this. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Photo by Erda Estremera<\/a> on Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nSymptoms of puppy worms<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Ah yes, these will be good to know. Puppy worms might be hard to spot, so you might want to make it a habit to go hunting for worms in your dog\u2019s poop. It\u2019ll be weird, but it\u2019ll be worth it. In the meantime, here\u2019s a couple of puppy worm symptoms to look out for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Diarrhea<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Vomiting<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Swollen abdomen<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lethargy<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Dull coat<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Dehydration<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Cough (normally only seen in roundworm and hookworm infections)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Blocked intestine (only in severe cases or infestations)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Pneumonia (only seen in serious cases of roundworm)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lack of growth or weight in a puppy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Worm treatment for puppies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Wormers come in all shapes and sizes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- A tablet: <\/strong>Tablets are the easiest worm treatment for puppies since they\u2019re simply the most enjoyable – apparently they can be yummy sometimes. Drontal Tasty Bone Wormer<\/a>, Cestem Flavoured wormer<\/a>, Terraworm Tablets<\/a> and the Prazitel Worming tablet<\/a> <\/strong>are our top three.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A paste: <\/strong>These are often popular to use among puppies. The Panacur paste worme<\/a>r works great to wave those puppy worms goodbye.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A granular powder: <\/strong>These are easy to use, as you can sprinkle them on your puppy\u2019s food. Panacur\u2019s granular wormer <\/a>and Granofen Worming Granules for Dogs<\/a> are fantastic. No worms in dog\u2019s poop after this, that\u2019s for sure. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A liquid: <\/strong>Liquid worm treatment for puppies also exists, and can be given to pups that are up to one year old. Drontal puppy suspension<\/a> works rather well.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Of course, if you\u2019re unsure please always contact your vet. They\u2019ll know which one\u2019s best for your puppy!<\/p>\n\n\n\nPhoto by Charles Deluvio<\/a> on Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nSo as you\u2019ve read, puppy worms are probably among the least fabulous things you\u2019ll face in your puppy parenthood journey. It\u2019s sad and disgusting, but true. On the bright side, we hope we\u2019ve given you a good enough guide so you can squirm away from them as soon as you spot them, and get the right treatment to banish them. Worms, be gone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Heartworm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Not only are mosquitoes annoying for their incredibly irritating buzzing sounds, but also because they can transmit heartworm to dogs and puppies. Once they bite, the worms travel from the vessels to the heart where they take as their new home.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Heartworm are the type of puppy worms that can cause quite a lot of damage to the vessels in the heart, liver, lungs and kidneys.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Once again, heartworms are no joke. The treatment for heartworm can be quite tricky even if detected quite early – but luckily for us, the UK is at low risk for this. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Photo by Erda Estremera<\/a> on Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nSymptoms of puppy worms<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Ah yes, these will be good to know. Puppy worms might be hard to spot, so you might want to make it a habit to go hunting for worms in your dog\u2019s poop. It\u2019ll be weird, but it\u2019ll be worth it. In the meantime, here\u2019s a couple of puppy worm symptoms to look out for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Diarrhea<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Vomiting<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Swollen abdomen<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lethargy<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Dull coat<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Dehydration<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Cough (normally only seen in roundworm and hookworm infections)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Blocked intestine (only in severe cases or infestations)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Pneumonia (only seen in serious cases of roundworm)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lack of growth or weight in a puppy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Worm treatment for puppies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Wormers come in all shapes and sizes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- A tablet: <\/strong>Tablets are the easiest worm treatment for puppies since they\u2019re simply the most enjoyable – apparently they can be yummy sometimes. Drontal Tasty Bone Wormer<\/a>, Cestem Flavoured wormer<\/a>, Terraworm Tablets<\/a> and the Prazitel Worming tablet<\/a> <\/strong>are our top three.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A paste: <\/strong>These are often popular to use among puppies. The Panacur paste worme<\/a>r works great to wave those puppy worms goodbye.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A granular powder: <\/strong>These are easy to use, as you can sprinkle them on your puppy\u2019s food. Panacur\u2019s granular wormer <\/a>and Granofen Worming Granules for Dogs<\/a> are fantastic. No worms in dog\u2019s poop after this, that\u2019s for sure. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A liquid: <\/strong>Liquid worm treatment for puppies also exists, and can be given to pups that are up to one year old. Drontal puppy suspension<\/a> works rather well.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Of course, if you\u2019re unsure please always contact your vet. They\u2019ll know which one\u2019s best for your puppy!<\/p>\n\n\n\nPhoto by Charles Deluvio<\/a> on Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nSo as you\u2019ve read, puppy worms are probably among the least fabulous things you\u2019ll face in your puppy parenthood journey. It\u2019s sad and disgusting, but true. On the bright side, we hope we\u2019ve given you a good enough guide so you can squirm away from them as soon as you spot them, and get the right treatment to banish them. Worms, be gone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Symptoms of puppy worms<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Ah yes, these will be good to know. Puppy worms might be hard to spot, so you might want to make it a habit to go hunting for worms in your dog\u2019s poop. It\u2019ll be weird, but it\u2019ll be worth it. In the meantime, here\u2019s a couple of puppy worm symptoms to look out for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- Diarrhea<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Vomiting<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Swollen abdomen<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lethargy<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Dull coat<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Dehydration<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Cough (normally only seen in roundworm and hookworm infections)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Blocked intestine (only in severe cases or infestations)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Pneumonia (only seen in serious cases of roundworm)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lack of growth or weight in a puppy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Worm treatment for puppies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Wormers come in all shapes and sizes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- A tablet: <\/strong>Tablets are the easiest worm treatment for puppies since they\u2019re simply the most enjoyable – apparently they can be yummy sometimes. Drontal Tasty Bone Wormer<\/a>, Cestem Flavoured wormer<\/a>, Terraworm Tablets<\/a> and the Prazitel Worming tablet<\/a> <\/strong>are our top three.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A paste: <\/strong>These are often popular to use among puppies. The Panacur paste worme<\/a>r works great to wave those puppy worms goodbye.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A granular powder: <\/strong>These are easy to use, as you can sprinkle them on your puppy\u2019s food. Panacur\u2019s granular wormer <\/a>and Granofen Worming Granules for Dogs<\/a> are fantastic. No worms in dog\u2019s poop after this, that\u2019s for sure. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A liquid: <\/strong>Liquid worm treatment for puppies also exists, and can be given to pups that are up to one year old. Drontal puppy suspension<\/a> works rather well.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Of course, if you\u2019re unsure please always contact your vet. They\u2019ll know which one\u2019s best for your puppy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Photo by Charles Deluvio<\/a> on Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n So as you\u2019ve read, puppy worms are probably among the least fabulous things you\u2019ll face in your puppy parenthood journey. It\u2019s sad and disgusting, but true. On the bright side, we hope we\u2019ve given you a good enough guide so you can squirm away from them as soon as you spot them, and get the right treatment to banish them. Worms, be gone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- A paste: <\/strong>These are often popular to use among puppies. The Panacur paste worme<\/a>r works great to wave those puppy worms goodbye.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A tablet: <\/strong>Tablets are the easiest worm treatment for puppies since they\u2019re simply the most enjoyable – apparently they can be yummy sometimes. Drontal Tasty Bone Wormer<\/a>, Cestem Flavoured wormer<\/a>, Terraworm Tablets<\/a> and the Prazitel Worming tablet<\/a> <\/strong>are our top three.<\/li>\n\n\n\n