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Worms, Heartworms, Intestinal Worms

Unfortunately, all puppies and kittens are born with intestinal worms. In addition, pets using pet parks, doggy day cares with communal potty areas, or living in farmyards or on city streets where poop is on the sidewalk are prone to having worms. Deworming medications can rid pets of intestinal worms, and while no single dewormer removes all types of worms, many products are effective for more than one type. Once your pet has been successfully dewormed, you still need to be on the lookout for signs of re-infection. Pets can be re-exposed to worms every time they play outside.

Worms in Cats and Dogs

List of worm medications and supplements

The articles here were answered by a variety of pharmacists and veterinarians

Date	Category	Topic
02/26/08	Wormer	WORMS
02/24/08	Wormer	TAPEWORMS
02/23/08	Wormer	WHICH WORMER IS THE BEST FOR MY KITTEN?
02/22/08	Cough	CAT SNEEZING/COUGHING
02/20/08	Other	SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF HEARTWORMS
02/19/08	Heartworm Medicine	HEART WORM PREVENTION
02/18/08	Other	DOG KEEPS CHEWING AT HERSELF
02/13/08	Wormer	PUPPY WORMS
02/12/08	Other	SEED-LIKE
02/11/08	Cough	COUGHING AND WORMS
02/11/08	Digestive Care	EATING PLANTS, GRASS AND REGULAR VOMITTING
02/08/08	Other	DOGS EATING
02/08/08	Other	WORM SYMTOMS
02/07/08	Cough	COUGH WITH WHITE MUCIS
02/04/08	Digestive Care	TREATING
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Worm Facts:

Puppies & kittens are born with worms.

Some worms that infect pets can also infect humans.

Older pets pick up worms from eggs that stay in the soil after pets have defecated.

This information is for educational purposes only and is intended to be a supplement to, and not a substitute for, the expertise and professional judgment of your veterinarian. The information is NOT to be used for diagnosis or treatment of your pet. You should always consult your own veterinarian for specific advice concerning the treatment of your pet.

The information about medications is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, allergic reactions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for your pet. It is not a substitute for a veterinary exam, and it does not replace the need for services provided by your veterinarian.

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