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When should my puppy get their next deworming and is it safe?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | unspayed | 4 months and 16 days old

First deworming done 3 days before injection when sandy was 1.5 month , now when i should deworm her,, does deworming affect puppy health ,,

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 31st, 2017

If Sandy has only been dewormed and vaccinated once when she was 1.5 months of age than she should be seen by a vet for more vaccines and deworming. You could also take a stool sample and have your vet test it for parasites. Also, treating her monthly with a heartworm medication, like HeartGard will protect her from common intestinal parasites every month.

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