Are puppies born with worms, or do they get them from their mother?

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Are all puppies born with worms?

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. Puppies technically are not actually born with worms, but if the mother dog has an undiagnosed case of hook & roundworms, these can pass to the puppies when they nurse. The immune system in a puppy takes time to develop & mature, so worms are always a big problem in them. That is why we recommend deworming the puppies starting at 2 weeks after birth & repeating this every 2 weeks until the puppies are weaned. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Are puppies born with worms, or do they get them from their mother?

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