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Is my puppy's sleep jerking normal? What dewormer should I use?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Female | 1 month and 26 days old | 4 lbs

Hello Sir, Hope you'll be very well... Sir, my dog age is around 50 days.. She plays well and is healthy but during sleep she jerks her body.. but when I wake her up.. She is all okay... Is there anything to worry about... Also, I want to deworm her. Any suggestion..

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on September 3rd, 2017

Hi there! Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! The jerking and moving on their sleep is perfectly normal in most cases so I would not worry about that. There are several dewormers available in the market. I personally prefer Drontal plus. Good luck!

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