Mark H. asked

🐕  Dog Health

My dog, Lucky, a 6-month-old puppy weighing 8-10 pounds, has visible white worm-like objects around his butt. I found them yesterday and haven't been to the vet yet. He hasn't vomited recently and there are no signs of blood in his stool. What should I do?

August 14th, 2024

Miranda K. answered

The visible worms in your dog's stool are likely either roundworms or tapeworms. Roundworms resemble...

August 14th, 2024

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