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Why is my dog losing weight? What are the best dewormers for dogs?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Australian Cattle Dog | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 1 month old | 45 lbs

My dog is drastically losing weight. What sre some tips and things that I could do to help him gain his height back? What are some good dog wormer brands ?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on September 7th, 2019

Drastic weight loss in a young dog is not normal under any circumstance whether he is eating normally or not eating well. What can you do to help him? Have him examined by a vet. You need to find out what the underlying problem is. It is best to have him checked over by your vet and make a plan based on the exam findings. The best dewormer that is the most broad spectrum is called Drontal Plus. You cannot buy it over the counter. It has to be obtained by your vet or from an online pharmacy with a prescription from your vet. You are not going to find one over the counter that is that broad spectrum.

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