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My 8-week-old puppy has worms. Are home remedies safe or effective?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | unspayed | 1 year old | 2 lbs

I think I just saw a worm in my puppies poop. Is there a home remedy if can use for her? She is about 8 weeks old or so and is a baby chihuahua.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on January 10th, 2017

Unfortunately, there are no home remedies for worms in puppies. She will need a deworming treatment for her worms, and you can get one OTC from your vet's clinic (you don't need an exam) or from the pet store. I recommend giving Zura Panacur.

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