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My nursing dog is not gaining weight, losing hair. Can I deworm her?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | 27 lbs

Can I use this tablet to deworm my nursing bitches. She is really not gaining weight. Her hair is falling and coat is dull. Please see the attachment

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 20th, 2018

Hello. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Yes, you can use this to deworm a nursing bitch. It is actually recommended that you deworm the nursing bitch and the puppies on the same schedule starting when the puppies are 2 weeks of age; then repeat at 4, 6, and 8 weeks of age and then monthly until 6 months of age. It often takes multiple dewormings to clear them of worms . If you just do it one time you are not likely to make a huge difference. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

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