Can I worm my dog?

Question

My Chihuahua has puppies and I think she has worms, so can I worm her while she is still nursing her puppies? Will it effect her puppies? I called the vet and they don't know whether I can or not.

Answer 1

Yes, you can. I breed dachshunds, and the best wormer I know of is called Safeguard (Panacur). You can get it at your local feed store. It's actually for goats, it's a liquid. Also buy an oral syringe. It's a very mild wormer, so don't worry about overdosing. I give 1cc. I also worm my puppies with it at 6 weeks, then again at 8 weeks.

This is it: http://revivalanimal.com/product.asp?pn=38%2D500

It must be given three days in a row or else it won't be effective.

Of course, check with a NEW vet (your vet doesn't know???), as a medical professional opinion is much more valuable than mine :-)

Answer 2

Why do you think she has worms? Puppies often are born with a certain type of worm that they get from the mother, but the mother doesn't actually have live worms.

You should however be able to worm her even if she is nursing, but again you should know what type of worm she has to you can treat with the proper medication.

If your vet doesn't know, you really need to call a new vet, this is something any general practicing vet should know.

Answer 3

All puppies should be DEWORMED (not wormed, you are getting rid of the worms, not giving her worms) with an effective dewormer for hookworms and roundworms. They can get it from their mother even if she doesn't have an active infection. Call your vet again (or another one if you prefer) and schedule an appointment for the mother and puppies to have a quick post-whelp exam to make sure they are all healthy and have them dewormed. Some dewormers can be used in pregnant and lactating bitches, some in young puppies and some in pregnant bitches, but some cannot be used in any of the above so you need to be careful. Also, garlic can be toxic to dogs so do NOT give this to the mother or puppies.

Answer 4

If they dont know, you need a new vet.




Wait. You called the vet's office and they didn't know whether or not you can worm your dog while she's still nursing puppies? You obviously didn't speak to the vet, or they didn't understand the question, because that's something that they should know.

Healtthy puppies which have worms do not always show any symptoms. If your puppy has a lot of worms you may see some of the following signs:
An over healthy appetite

Loss of weight

A bloated stomach

Vomitting and Diarrhoea

White spaghetti like worms in the faeces

All pups are born with roundworms, which they inherit from their mother whilst in the womb or through her milk. The two main roundworms of puppies are Toxocara Canis and Toxacaris Leonina. It is also possible for humans, especially toddlers to pick up Toxocara Canis worm eggs if they touch dog faeces and then put their hand to their mouth. In some cases this could lead to serious eye damage.

It is important to realise that each time a puppy is wormed, it only kills a certain amount of the worms so all puppies need to be wormed at regular intervals from 2 weeks of age until they are 6 months old.

Medications

There are many roundworm medications available to purchase from pet shops but none are as effective as the prescribed medication you can get from a Veterinary Surgeon. It is important you purchase medication that is easy to give and be effective. When you collect your new puppy enquire with the breeder if any worming treatment has be given.
It is advised that you discuss a worming regime with your veterinarian.


Most adult dogs can get roundworms and tapeworms, effective wormers against both types are available on the market or, more effective ones, from your veterinarian.

Roundworms
There are two common types, Toxocara Canis and Toxascaris Leonina. As Toxocara Canis can be transmitted to humans, more likely by children causing serious eye problems, it is important to worm your dog every 3 months.

Signs of worms:
Most adult dogs rarely show any signs of worms. You may occasionally see a white spaghetti like worm in your dogs faeces.

Tapeworm
The most common tapeworm in adult dogs is Diphylidium Caninum.
A wormer to treat this is only available from your veterianian. It is important to use regular Flea Control also as fleas carry this worm, and it is necessary to prevent reinfestation.

Signs of tapeworms:
Occasionally you may notice segments similar to rice grains around your dog's rear passage. It is necessary to worm most adult dogs every 3-6 months.

Pregnant Bitches
To reduce infestation of worms in the puppies as well as in the ***** regular worming is necessary. Also she will need to be wormed once the pups have been weaned this will help her to regain a healthy condition. Treatment for worming a pregnant ***** should be safe to use with nursing dogs. Always check this with your vet. Worming regime

Before mating occurs.

After the birth of the puppies.

After the puppies have been weaned.

To help prevent worm infestation:

Worm your dog regularly, with an effective wormer.

Don't allow your dog to soil near children's playgrounds.

Teach younger children to wash their hands once playing is finished.

Clean up after your dog at home and in public places, carry a poop-scoop.

While house breaking, train your puppy to use a certain/fenced off area of your garden.

Use regular flea control.ADULT AND SENIOR DOGS


If this is a vet you use regularly, call them back and ask the receptionist that you need to have the DOCTOR call you back. Then you can double check with him what procedure he wants you to use. The puppies may have to be wormed too, in which case he may want to see them to give them a quick checkup to make sure all is well.

Source(s):

veterinary assistant
http://www.thedoghows.com/factory/health...

Answer 5

Wait. You called the vet's office and they didn't know whether or not you can worm your dog while she's still nursing puppies? You obviously didn't speak to the vet, or they didn't understand the question, because that's something that they should know.

Healtthy puppies which have worms do not always show any symptoms. If your puppy has a lot of worms you may see some of the following signs:
An over healthy appetite

Loss of weight

A bloated stomach

Vomitting and Diarrhoea

White spaghetti like worms in the faeces

All pups are born with roundworms, which they inherit from their mother whilst in the womb or through her milk. The two main roundworms of puppies are Toxocara Canis and Toxacaris Leonina. It is also possible for humans, especially toddlers to pick up Toxocara Canis worm eggs if they touch dog faeces and then put their hand to their mouth. In some cases this could lead to serious eye damage.

It is important to realise that each time a puppy is wormed, it only kills a certain amount of the worms so all puppies need to be wormed at regular intervals from 2 weeks of age until they are 6 months old.

Medications

There are many roundworm medications available to purchase from pet shops but none are as effective as the prescribed medication you can get from a Veterinary Surgeon. It is important you purchase medication that is easy to give and be effective. When you collect your new puppy enquire with the breeder if any worming treatment has be given.
It is advised that you discuss a worming regime with your veterinarian.


Most adult dogs can get roundworms and tapeworms, effective wormers against both types are available on the market or, more effective ones, from your veterinarian.

Roundworms
There are two common types, Toxocara Canis and Toxascaris Leonina. As Toxocara Canis can be transmitted to humans, more likely by children causing serious eye problems, it is important to worm your dog every 3 months.

Signs of worms:
Most adult dogs rarely show any signs of worms. You may occasionally see a white spaghetti like worm in your dogs faeces.

Tapeworm
The most common tapeworm in adult dogs is Diphylidium Caninum.
A wormer to treat this is only available from your veterianian. It is important to use regular Flea Control also as fleas carry this worm, and it is necessary to prevent reinfestation.

Signs of tapeworms:
Occasionally you may notice segments similar to rice grains around your dog's rear passage. It is necessary to worm most adult dogs every 3-6 months.

Pregnant Bitches
To reduce infestation of worms in the puppies as well as in the ***** regular worming is necessary. Also she will need to be wormed once the pups have been weaned this will help her to regain a healthy condition. Treatment for worming a pregnant ***** should be safe to use with nursing dogs. Always check this with your vet. Worming regime

Before mating occurs.

After the birth of the puppies.

After the puppies have been weaned.

To help prevent worm infestation:

Worm your dog regularly, with an effective wormer.

Don't allow your dog to soil near children's playgrounds.

Teach younger children to wash their hands once playing is finished.

Clean up after your dog at home and in public places, carry a poop-scoop.

While house breaking, train your puppy to use a certain/fenced off area of your garden.

Use regular flea control.ADULT AND SENIOR DOGS


If this is a vet you use regularly, call them back and ask the receptionist that you need to have the DOCTOR call you back. Then you can double check with him what procedure he wants you to use. The puppies may have to be wormed too, in which case he may want to see them to give them a quick checkup to make sure all is well.

Answer 6

Read the reply from BVC Asst. Read it well and disregard others.
Deworming is done after weaning off her milk so doesn't hurt the pups. And find a decent vet! Or maybe they just didn't want to give out free advice?

I trust you have had a vet for the momma. If not, why not? It is worth the price and their health to take all to your vet to be looked over. Small breeds can go downhill quick if something is wrong. But better to know all are well. Then he can advise you correctly on their care.

Answer 7

First, get a new vet. Go to a pet store or a retail store that has a large pet section. Find a box/package of dewormer and read the instructions. You can search it online.

Answer 8

Call another vet! You didn't mention the type of deworming pill you are giving. If it is over the counter, you need to ask a vet's office!

Answer 9

If the vet's office doesn't know, then who can you trust? I think you best call another vet hospital/clinic and ask to speak to the doc and not the receptionist this time!

Answer 10

Not a very good vet for one. Try putting a little garlic powder in some canned food, that will help.