Monday, May 24, 2010

What is a good deworming medicine for dogs?

I have a dog who has worms so I was wondering what kind of medicine is good to give to her to get rid of the worms. I would like to be able to get something that I won't have to go to the vet to get, as they are usually more expensive.
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the vets meds are expensive, but cause the least problems with your dog.it all depends on how big your dog is.if he is over 50 lbs it will be a lot of money. and i dont really kno if there is anything to treat worms at a pet supply store. smaller dogs are cheaper. but drontal, strongid, and panacur work well, but may not be sold anyplace other than the vets office.
A vet would be the best place. He would need a 'sample' to see what kind of worms the dog has, so he can tell you the right dewormer
You have to determine what kind of worms they are. If they are small flat white looking like rice then it is tape worm that you need antibiotics for. If they are long spaghetti looking, then they are roundworm that you can by at any pet store. I know that Petco has medicine for both kinds of worms.
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Panacur or strongid, but you shold really get him to vet, although it is expensive, is the dog on heart worm prevention. you should be able to look through the phone book in your area and find a lower cost vet in the area. or call them and ask prices. if your not going to take the dog to the vet maybe you shouldn't have it.. cause he will end up getting heartworms and it's really expensive to get it treated. sorry if i seem rude but i work at a no kill animal shelter and we always have alot of dogs that are heart worm and lyme positive. well good luck..
use panacure, you can get it from your vet good stuff better than stuff you buy at walmart
I don't what medicine to use. However, if you introduce hot peppers into the dog's diet and gently increase, the worms and parasites will go away.
Responsible dog ownership starts with veterinarian care. Taken from the akc.org website is the following (GEESH I hate ignorant people)

Go to the Veterinarian
Set up a schedule for regular check-ups with your veterinarian. Ask the vet questions about your dog's diet, behavior, activity level or other concerns. Contact the veterinarian at once if your dog seems ill or in pain. The AKC Pet Healthcare Plan can help with the cost of providing quality healthcare throughout your dog's life.


Feed a Good Diet
Work with your veterinarian or breeder to find the food that is best for your dog's age, size and activity level. Keep the diet consistent. Always provide plenty of fresh, clean water.


Exercise
Dogs need regular exercise to ensure continuing good health. Take your dog for walks, run around in the yard, throw a ball around - anything to get him up and moving. This will benefit his health and could prevent behavior problems.


Vaccinate
Dogs should follow a strict schedule of vaccinations to prevent diseases. Keep your dog current on his vaccinations, following the schedule recommended by your veterinarian. Keep a copy of your dog's vaccination records handy.


Prevent Disease
You can take steps to prevent other diseases not covered by the regular series of vaccinations. Depending on the area of the country you live in, your dog could be at risk for diseases such as heartworm and Lyme disease. Ask your veterinarian for advice on prevention. The AKC Pet Healthcare Plan can help with the cost of providing quality healthcare throughout your dog's life.


Repel Fleas and Ticks
Aside from discomfort, parasites such as fleas and ticks can cause serious diseases. Keep your dog, his bedding, and your home free from parasites by using the method recommended by your veterinarian.


Know Your Dog's Patterns
You should become familiar with your dog's patterns in terms of eating, drinking, sleeping and relieving himself. Any major variations in these patterns could indicate illness and should be reported to your veterinarian.


Provide Chew Toys
Dogs never outgrow the need to chew. Protect your possessions by providing a variety of chew toys to satisfy your dog's urges.


Bathe Your Dog
A clean dog is a healthy dog. Bathe your dog on a regular basis appropriate to his breed and environment. Overbathing can be harmful to a dog's skin. Use a good shampoo and be sure to rinse well. If bathing your dog is more than you can handle, take him to a groomer or veterinarian for help.


Groom Your Dog
All dogs should be groomed regularly for health and best appearance. Some short-coated breeds need just a quick brushing every week, while some longer-coated breeds need daily brushing to prevent matting and to reduce shedding. If your dog requires clipping or sculpting, you may want to consult a professional groomer.


Clip Those Nails
Keeping your dog's nails short will keep him comfortable, prevent injury to his feet, and may save the surface of your floors. If you can hear your dog's nails click on a hard surface, they need to be trimmed. Ask your veterinarian for advice on clipping your dog's nails yourself.


Clean Those Teeth
To prevent tooth decay and gum disease, clean your dog's teeth regularly. Most dogs will accept a "toothbrush" if introduced to it slowly and gently. You can also give your dog products such as hard biscuits, rope bones and nylon chews to keep his teeth clean.


Prevent Obesity
Keep your dog healthy by maintaining him at an appropriate weight. Feed him a well-balanced diet and give him plenty of exercise. Don't give in to begging - "people food" is generally bad for dogs.


Know Your Breed's Health Risks
You should be aware of common health problems in your breed, how to prevent them, and how to recognize their onset. For example, some giant breeds are prone to bloat, while some short-faced breeds are prone to respiratory problems. Ask your breeder or veterinarian for information about any signs or symptoms you should watch for in your pet.


Protect From Poisons
Make sure that your home and yard are free from poisonous substances, such as antifreeze, which tastes good but can cause serious illness or even death. Keep your veterinarian's number handy in case of accidental ingestion.


Be Alert to Changing Needs
As your dog ages, his needs will change. He may require a different diet, need more sleep, and be less active. Do what you can to keep him comfortable. Your dog may not be as "fun" as he once was, but he is the same dog you loved as a puppy. You should do everything you can to pamper him in his final years.


End Suffering
If, due to illness or old age, your dog reaches a point where his quality of life is severely compromised, arrange to end his life humanely. Letting go is sometimes the kindest thing you can do. Don't prolong the suffering because you fear the pain of losing your dog.
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There are lots of different kinds of intestinal worms so you'll need to figure out why kind she has. Roundworms and tape worms are visable. Roundworms look like spaghetti and tape worms look like rice. There are also parasites that are not visible to the eye like whip worms and hookworms. If you wanted to make sure you knew what kinds of worms your dog may have you can take a fecal sample to a vet and they can check for a small fee. I'm unsure what kinds of dewormers they carry at pet stores, but knowing what kind of worms your dog has will be essential in picking out a dewormer. I'd advice at least calling some vets and getting some quotes on dewormers. It can't hurt and you might find that it is not as expensive as you thought. The more your dog weighs, the more expensive it'll be though, just to forewarn you. Also, monthly heartworm pills also take care of different kinds of intestinal worms and it's a good route to go to prevent a large deworming expensive in the future. Good luck.
you need to know what KIND of worms your dogs has first of all or you can end up treating it for the wrong type of worm and will waste your money. Tapeworms are the most common, when the segments break off and come out in the stool they look like little grains of rice. They are caused from the dog swallowing a flea, in which case you need to treat your dogs for fleas as well so he does not re-infect himself costing you more money in deworming. You need to bring in a stool sample to the vet to first diagnose the problem.then you can get the proper medication. Depending on your vet, and the worm, the pills may not be very expensive.it is usually a one time dose, which some vets have you repeat in a month, so you will not have to buy a whole bottle of pills.it is usually only one or two pills per worming depending on the dogs weight.
It depends on **WHICH** worm!

DO **NOT** waste money on ANY "OTC" *CRAP*! It *DOESN'T* WORK!

Go to vet,get enough STRONGID for your dog's weight,dose it,wait 2 weeks %26 REPEAT w/PANACUR!
DON'T need a visit,just get the meds! CHEAPER than "otc" junk!

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