My puppy pooped white worms. Is it an emergency or can he wait?

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Took in 2 abandoned dogs that were outside for awhile (both had fleas). Immediately bathed multiple times over course of few days in shampoo that kills fleas. Stools were fine until today the puppy pooped on the floor and I noticed white worms crawling around. I'm giving them to a family tomorrow who is up to speed on everything except the worms. I just wanted to know if the puppy is "ok" for the next 10 hours before I hand him over and he goes to the vet! Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 20 lbs

Ann Dion, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello and welcome to Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Worms do cause diarrhea and a very high worm burden (amount) can cause severe disease. However, if the puppy is eating, playing and drinking, and is acting normally, then you can wait until tomorrow. I would just inform the new owners about the worms, and have them bring Dan to the vet right away. The vet will get proper deworming performed, as well as vaccines. Best of luck with them!

My puppy pooped white worms. Is it an emergency or can he wait?

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