My old dog has maggot-like worms. What are they and how to treat?

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We have a 12 yr old 1/2 German Shepherd 1/2 Rottweiler. He has been reluctunt to go outside because he's old and the steps are hard on his hips and the weather has been bad. He's been pooping in the house. Yesterday I noticed he has worms. They look like Maggots minus the black head. What Kind of Worms are they and what medication can we give him? His vet is a mobile unit and is here twice a month. The next time she'll be here is over a week. I don't really want to wait that long. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | unneutered | 12 years and 6 months old | 75 lbs

Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

If they are small like a rice grain then they are likely tapeworm segments, however without a fecal examination or seeing the worms it is just a educated guess. I would still recommend saving some worms in a jar or isopropyl alcohol for your veterinarian to see next week. If you use heartworm prevention monthly that deworms for Many parasites, but you can request a prescription for heartworm prevents that includes tapeworm medication as well. That way monthly he gets dewormed. Best of luck and thank you for using Pet Coach.

My old dog has maggot-like worms. What are they and how to treat?

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