My dog has tiny white worms. What are they, and can I treat them affordably?

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can you tell me what kind of worms are little tiny white worms I'm fighting on my dawg I can't afford a vet right now. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 80 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

These tiny white worms may be pieces of tapeworms. Unfortunately, Athena does have to see a vet to have this treated. That's because the medication required to treat tapeworms (praziquantel) is available by prescription only from the vet. I would have her seen by a vet as soon as possible to get Drontal (which contains praziquantel) so she can be treated. I can give you some resources that may help you afford a vet. You can see if your vet accepts payment plans, if there is a low cost clinic in your area, or you can apply for Care Credit online. There is also an organization called Red Rover that give grants for treatment of sick animals, and you can see if you qualify for one of their grants. Best Friends also has a list of resources that offer financial assistance on their website. http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_pet.html?credit=web_id91754962 https://www.redrover.org https://www.carecredit.com http://bestfriends.org/resources/financial-aid-pets http://lessonsfromaparalyzeddog.com/when-pet-owners-cant-afford-veterinary-bills/

My dog has tiny white worms. What are they, and can I treat them affordably?

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