What are the dry, rice-like worms in my puppy's crate carpet?

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hello!! I bought a puppy American crocker spaniel 2 weeks ago. I buy a crate and a little carpet for her crate. every day I find little dry worms in her carpet. she has her first set of shot on june 6. Pet's info: Small Animal | Unknown - Small Animal | Female

Megan, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

These are likely tapeworms especially if they look like pieces of rice. I would talk to your vet as they can likely prescribe or give her a dewormer to get rid of these. Tape worms come from ingesting fleas so make sure you also have her on a flea prevention. I hope this helps!

What are the dry, rice-like worms in my puppy's crate carpet?

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