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My dog has worms. How do I diagnose, treat, and prevent them?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Boxer | Male | 3 years old | 58 lbs

What if my dog has worms

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on February 29th, 2020

Depending on the type of parasites, there are OTC or prescription medications that can be used to clear the infection. Submit a stool sample to your veterinarian to diagnose intestinal parasites. Afterwards, the appropriate dewormer can be administered or dispensed. You may need to repeat it in 2 weeks. Most monthly heartworm preventive also protect against the common intestinal parasites, so you should consider getting Pokey on one. Discuss options with your veterinarian.

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    Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

    Licensed Veterinary Technician

    Published on August 17th, 2018

    Submit a stool sample to your veterinarian to diagnose the specific intestinal parasite. Afterwards, the appropriate dewormer can be dispensed or administered. This will likely need to be repeated in 2 weeks.

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