Essential Worming Knowledge & Precautions for Pet Dogs

How old should a dog be before deworming?

It is generally recommended to deworm a dog for the first time when they are around 8 weeks old (2 months). For added safety, it's advisable to start the first internal deworming at around 3 months of age. Additionally, be mindful to avoid deworming treatments within a week before and after vaccination.

How often should deworming be done?

Internal Deworming: At least once every three months. If your dog is on a raw diet, consider shortening the interval between internal deworming sessions.

External Deworming: During summer, deworm once a month; in winter, every 2 to 3 months.

What deworming medications are available?

Combined Internal and External Deworming:

Praziquantel: Effective against ticks, roundworms, hookworms, tapeworms, and fleas (not for lice, mites, or heartworms).

Revolution: Treats for roundworms, hookworms, mange mites, fleas, and prevents heartworms (not for ticks or tapeworms).

Bayer Proheart: Treats for ticks, roundworms, hookworms, tapeworms, and fleas (not for lice, mites, or heartworms).

Advantix: Prevents against adult fleas, ticks, and larvae (not for mites, hookworms, roundworms, or heartworms).

Internal Deworming:

Hartz Revolution: For heartworm, tapeworm, roundworm, and hookworm prevention.

Bayer Panacur: Treats for heartworm, tapeworm, roundworm, and hookworm (not for lice, mites, or heartworms).

Recommended Deworming Combinations for Cats:

Home Comfort Pack: Revolution + Hartz Revolution. The combination of praziquantel in Hartz Revolution with Revolution helps remove 95% of parasites and avoids excessive deworming overlap.

Home Premium Pack: Iverhart Plus + Panacur. Iverhart Plus provides a comprehensive deworming range, while Panacur complements its effectiveness.

Outdoor Adventure Pack: Bayer Proheart + Hartz Revolution. This pack is ideal for dogs that frequently roam outdoors.

Deworming dogs also involves both external and internal treatments. Here's a general guideline:

External Deworming: Monthly.

Internal Deworming: Start after the first vaccination. For puppies aged 3 to 12 months, deworm monthly. For dogs 12 months and older, deworm every three months.

The deworming approach for dogs is similar to that for cats. Choose deworming medications based on your pet's lifestyle and environment. If your dog doesn't often go outside or bathe, you can adjust the deworming frequency accordingly.

Here's a simple guide to dog deworming:

1. Praziquantel

2. Revolution for Puppies

3. Frontline Plus + Panacur

4. Frontline Spray + Panacur

5. Advantix

Remember, regular deworming is crucial for your pet's health and wellbeing. Always consult with your veterinarian for the best deworming plan for your furry friend.