Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | spayed | 10 years and 7 months old | 15 lbs
What is the best broad spectrum dewormer with the simplest dosage possible?
2 Answers
Published on August 4th, 2018
Panacur (fenbendazole) is probably one of the best broad spectrum dewormers. It treats hookworms, whipworms, roundworms and some tapeworms. It is also used to treat Giardia and lungworms. You will need to contact your veterinarian for a dose based on your dog's body weight. Legally, we are prohibited from recommending doses for medications in the absence of a physical exam and a VPCR (veterinarian-patient-client relationship).
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Published on February 13th, 2017
Panacur is made to remove whipworms primarily. Drontal is formulated for the removal of roundworms, hookworms and tapeworms. However, your dog may also have a protozoal parasite that these medications won't cover. It's best to have your vet do a fecal examination to determine what type of parasites your dog may have before deworming him, so that dog can receive the correct medication for the parasites he may have.
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