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How often should I deworm my adult mixed-breed dog internally?
Generally every 3 months; if fed raw food often, raise to monthly. If worms or eggs appear after deworming, repeat in 2 weeks to clear them.
My new dog arrived today, vomited three times after sugar water, and will not eat kibble; what is wrong?
A new dog vomiting and not eating may be a sick puppy from a market (distemper, parvo, corona) or parasites, or stress-induced acute gastritis. Fast half a day; if no more vomiting, give gut meds and probiotics, and see a vet if it worsens.
How often should I deworm my 10-month-old dog?
After 6 months, deworm internally every 3 months and externally every 1 to 3 months, dosing by weight to avoid overdose poisoning. For raw-meat feeders, keep internal at least every 3 months; in summer, external monthly.
My dog has a moist, red, swollen spot; what could it be?
A moist red swollen area is usually bacterial skin disease, or itching from parasites or allergies if the dog licks it. Trim fur, disinfect, use antibacterial spray and ointment, and see a vet if no improvement in 3 to 5 days.
How long does a dog’s topical flea and tick treatment take to work?
If sprayed directly on the parasite it works in minutes, but the drug needs 6 to 24 hours to absorb and spread through the skin glands, reaching the whole body in about 3 days. Do not bathe the dog during this time.
How long after a dog’s topical deworming can it not be bathed?
Do not bathe a dog for one week after topical deworming. The drug needs about 3 days to absorb and spread; bathing too soon washes it away and can cause treatment failure.
What Does Dog Diarrhea Look Like?
Diarrhea is watery, soft or mushy stool passed more often than normal; normal stool is firm brown and 1-2 times daily. Causes include diet change, infection, allergy or parasites; use probiotics for mild cases and see a vet if severe.
How Long Does It Take to Cure a Dog’s Hookworm?
Hookworm is treated with oral dewormers that expel worms over about half a month. Several rounds are needed because remaining eggs hatch and reinfect, so repeat until clear.
What Happens If a Dog Eats Fish Roe?
Fish roe is safe and nutritious (Omega-3, protein) in moderation, but sensitive stomachs may get upset, some types have mercury, and raw roe risks parasites. Feed cooked and in small amounts.
How Long Is a Dog’s Stool Sample Valid for Testing?
A fecal test gives results in about half an hour, and the sample stays valid for about 2 hours. It checks for parasites and gut health and supports tests for distemper, parvovirus and corona.