My puppy has worms after deworming. What are they? Is my other dog safe?

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My puppy was dewormed twice before I got him. Then 2 more times, once 2 weeks ago and the fourth time was today. So today after he pooped he sat on his bed and then I noticed on the cushion this (see picture attached) that looks like a worm (is the first time that I see this) so i want to know what kind of parasite is this. And I have another dog that has been in contact with the puppy but her deworming is schedule in 2 more months. Should she get a deworming as soon as possible? Pet's info: Dog | French Bulldog | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 27 days old | 28.6 lbs

Dr. Davis · Accepted Answer

It's difficult to tell from the photo but I think these are tapeworm segments. Usually dogs are not routinely dewormed for tapeworms so I would get medication from you veterinarian to treat these. Your other dog can't get these from the puppy because they need to go through an intermediate host, usually a flea or rodent. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Tupac.

My puppy has worms after deworming. What are they? Is my other dog safe?

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