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Puppy sick after horse wormer. Is my puppy poisoned? What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

After giving my 4week old puppy a very small amount of worm med .not realizing it was horse wormer..well my poor puppy has been comatose for 3 days now every once in awhile he acts like he's gonna come out if it but I don't know he won't eat drink go potty nothing....did I poison my puppy on accident?

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 21st, 2016

So sorry that your puppy is having this problem. Based on your description, it sounds like you may have given him a toxic dose. He needs to be examined by a vet to see if there is anything that can be done to help him. Please call your vet or take him to an emergency clinic.

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