Danielle C. asked

๐Ÿ• ย Dog Health

My 13-week-old puppy, Oakley, has worms coming out of his butt. He has been pooping more frequently and his stools are looser. He has not vomited and there is no blood in his stool, but he has dry heaved a little. What could be causing this and what should I do to treat it?

June 28th, 2023

Angela M. answered

The worms coming out of Oakley's butt are likely tapeworms, which can be treated with a broad-spectr...

June 28th, 2023

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