Dog worms

Intestinal worms in dogs

Dogs can be infected with Roundworm, Hookworm, Whipworm and Tapeworm, all of which can cause severe damage to the digestive system. In young pups they can be fatal. They also can be a threat to you and your children. Common sense hygiene and regular worming can prevent this problem.
Worm pups fortnightly at 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 and 12 weeks. Then monthly till 6 months old.
Worm adults every 3 months in the dry season or every 2 months from December to May. We recommend Drontal or alternatively Sentinel/Interceptor or Advocate+Droncit

HEARTWORM PREVENTION

Of all the worms your dog can contract, heartworm poses the biggest threat to it's health and well being as it can cause a slow and distressing death. Although the disease can be effectively treated prevention is easier, better and cheaper. Prevention should be started at 6 weeks of age and is life long . Choices of prevention include a monthly tablet; a liquid applied to the back of the neck; or a yearly injection called Proheart which is available for dogs over 9 months of age. Sentinel & Interceptor ( a tablet) and Advocate ( a liquid) also include intestinal worming and flea control.