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Can I contract roundworms from a puppy who had them and is gone?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | unneutered

So my puppy had roundworms. We were given deworming powder and he got the last one last night. We no longer have him but, can we contract the worms??

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Answered By Megan, DVM, CVA

Veterinarian

Published on February 22nd, 2019

Round worms are most commonly contracted from walking around barefoot outside and if you step in feces or fecal residue. I would try to pick up his stool outside and I would not walk around barefoot outside. I hope this helps.

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