Droncit

There really is not much you can do to prevent your dog or puppy to catch, but a planned approach and regular use of worming treatments quickly resolve problems. Worms and their treatment are simply something that all dog owners should be aware. There is no need to panic about this, but they must be taken seriously.

Worms are parasites that live inside your dog's intestine and they feed the dog - doing become ill if not treated. All dogs are vulnerable to worms - from puppies throughout the pet's oldest family, so it is important to keep abreast of the situation.

Because the worms live in the intestine, it is often very difficult to detect that your dog might have a problem. The worms may go unnoticed for several months. The symptoms that you can see outside are a bit dull and lifeless, swollen belly of the dog, vomiting or diarrhea. Rarely you might see tapeworms in your teddy bear dogs, but this is not common - and not see them does not mean they are not there.

Most types of worm that infects dogs can cause serious health problems if left untreated so it is important to act in advance and on a regular basis. Some tapeworms can reach fifteen feet long and if you can imagine how you wiggle your dog feels inside him. More importantly is the fact that to a dog can spread to humans - with children and the elderly pose a particular risk.

Your vet or even your local supermarket will sell dog worming.

The most frequent deworming is called Drontal. It contains praziquantel and pyrantel pamoate and is very effective. Drontal Plus (for dogs) and Drontal Cat Tablets will eliminate all species of intestinal worm commonly found in these animals. Drontal Puppy Suspension is available for use in puppies and young dogs, up to 1 year.

Drontal will control roundworms, whipworms and hookworms, and is available as easy to use liquid. Most puppies should not need to be treated for tapeworms, which Drontal Puppy Suspension a very appropriate choice. If a puppy or dog need treatment for tapeworms, Droncit injection and tablets are approved for use in dogs and cats. In addition, the new formulation, Droncit spot-on, is available as easy to use on-site treatment for cats

Sometimes - If problems persist - you may need to consult your veterinarian about a treatment program specifically for your dog or puppy.

You should aim to treat your dog at least every three months. Always wash hands before eating if you have been touched your pets and always have your dogs mess responsibly.

Take seriously the worms - both for you and your dogs!