My dog has worm segments and bites his rear. Is it tapeworm?

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Hi, there seems to be no available vet that is open today. I’m not sure if it’s a tapeworm or another type of worm, but we found some segments yesterday, and a longer one today. He also bites himself close to his behind frequently.

Ana M, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thank you for submitting your question regarding your pet. I recommend either collecting the segments or taking pictures of them. Then I would collect a fecal sample tomorrow to have evaluated by his veterinarian. You can show them the segments as well. Based on these results, an appropriate dewormer can be prescribed. I hope this information helps!

My dog has worm segments and bites his rear. Is it tapeworm?

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