I found a worm in my dog's poop. What kind is it and what now?

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I found a worm in my dog’s poop. What is it? What are my next steps and how urgent is it? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 1 year and 2 months old | 30 lbs

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

It could be a species of roundworm. Without a fecal exam, it is difficult to determine definitively. The good news is that it isn't an emergency. You can submit it and/or a stool sample to your veterinarian on Monday. Once the specific parasite is confirmed, the appropriate dewormer can be administered or dispensed. You may need to repeat it in two weeks. A monthly heartworm preventive, such as HeartGard or Sentinel, can protect against reinfection.

I found a worm in my dog's poop. What kind is it and what now?

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