How to get rid of worms in a dog without going to the vet?

When you find that your dog is getting thinner and thinner, has a poor appetite, or sees white wriggling worms in the feces, your inner worry and heartache will surge instantly. The parasites in the dog's body are like enemies hiding in the dark, silently eroding their health. In the case of not being able to go to the pet hospital immediately, mastering scientific and effective deworming methods has become the key to protecting the health of your furry children. This is not only the owner's responsibility, but also a loving response to this precious companionship. ​

To get rid of parasites in your dog's body, you need to understand the common types of parasites and their symptoms. Ascaris is the most common intestinal parasite in puppies. Dogs infected with ascaris may have symptoms such as abdominal distension, growth retardation, and vomiting. In severe cases, noodle-like worm bodies can even be seen in vomit or feces. Tapeworms are usually transmitted by fleas. After infection, white rice-like segments may appear around the anus of dogs, and they will frequently rub their buttocks. Hookworms parasitize in the dog's intestines, causing blood in the stool, anemia, depression, and pale gums. Dogs infected with whipworms may have chronic diarrhea and blood in the stool. These parasites silently damage the dog's body, and each symptom is like a distress signal from them to the owner.

If you can't go to the pet hospital, choosing the right anthelmintic is the first priority. Common anthelmintics on the market are divided into internal anthelmintics and internal and external anthelmintics. The main ingredients of internal anthelmintics are praziquantel, albendazole, fenbendazole, etc. Praziquantel has a good killing effect on tapeworms, while albendazole and fenbendazole are effective against various intestinal parasites such as roundworms, hookworms, and whipworms. When choosing anthelmintics, be sure to determine the appropriate medicine and dosage based on the dog's age, weight, and parasite type. For example, the liver and kidney functions of puppies are not yet fully developed, so safer anthelmintics should be selected; and for heavier dogs, the dosage should be calculated strictly according to the instructions. Excessive use of the medicine may cause serious harm to the dog's body, just like giving medicine to a sick child, which cannot be sloppy. ​

The process of feeding medicine is a big challenge for many owners. Some dogs have a keen sense of smell and can easily detect the smell of medicine and refuse to eat it. At this time, the owner can crush the tablets and mix them into the dog's favorite food, such as canned food, wet food or a small amount of minced meat, so that the dog can eat the medicine unknowingly. If the dog still refuses to eat, you can also use a medicine feeder, gently open the dog's mouth, put the tablet accurately into the root of the tongue, quickly close the mouth, and gently stroke the dog's throat to help them swallow the tablet.

In addition to drug deworming, daily hygiene management is also essential for prevention and auxiliary deworming. Clean the dog's feces regularly to prevent the spread of worm eggs in the environment. You can use a special pet feces bag to collect feces and dispose of it harmlessly. Keep the dog's living environment clean, regularly clean the dog's bed mat, toys and food utensils, scald with hot water or use pet-specific disinfectants to disinfect, which can effectively kill possible parasites and eggs. At the same time, try to avoid letting the dog come into contact with an environment that may be infected with parasites, such as dirty sewers and areas with a large amount of stray animal feces. ​

For dogs with more serious parasites, after home deworming, once conditions permit, it is recommended to go to the pet hospital for examination as soon as possible. Doctors can use professional means such as fecal examination to determine the effect of deworming and determine whether there are other potential health problems. Because some parasitic infections may cause complications, such as severe anemia, intestinal damage, etc., professional treatment and care are required. ​

Watching the dog gradually regain its vitality and become lively and cute again with its own efforts, the owner's sense of accomplishment and happiness is indescribable. But deworming is not a one-time solution. Regular deworming is an important measure to prevent parasitic infections. Generally speaking, puppies are dewormed once a month, and adult dogs are dewormed once every 3 months. Only through continuous attention and scientific maintenance can we build a solid health defense line for dogs and keep them away from parasites.