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My puppy has worms, no shots. Can feed store shots get rid of worms?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered

My puppy has worms an has not had his shots yet...Can I go to a feed store an get shots for him??? An will that make the worms go away ???

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Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 17th, 2016

The feed store only carries vaccinations that protects puppies from distemper/parvo/parainfluenza/hepatitis or more commonly known as the 4-in-1 or the 5-in-1 shot. It does not protect puppies from Rabies, Leptospirosis or Bordetella which are also recommended to fully protect your pet. Rabies is required by law in most states except Hawaii (which is Rabies free). Worms are not treated with vaccinations but instead from a dewormer. Typically Pyrantel Palmoate is the general dewormer used to rid roundworms and hoookworms but it does not cover the other potential worm infestations which include coccidian, tapeworms, whipworms and another parasite called Giardia. Which is why it is important to have fecal examinations done on every puppy to ensure everything is covered. If cost is a concern I would recommend trying to find low cost spay or neuter clinics or vaccine events at your local pet store so that you are getting reputable vaccines that are administered appropriately and complete care for your puppy.

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    Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

    Veterinarian

    Published on

    You need to get to the vet (not the pet shop) in order to get worming treatment (usually tablet or syrup), if he is already 8 weeks old he can have his vaccination as well.

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