De-Worming.. How soon?

[Midlifeloki]

So how soon should I start de-worming my pups I want to do it the right way, I know someone who wormed there pups at 2 weeks. I just want to make sure its okay

[Blaze]

I do mine at 2 weeks and then every 2 weeks after that until they are 8 weeks old. Most vets I have spoken to recommend that.

[Midlifeloki]

okay, I just asked someone else and they said that was bad. And to wait until they are 6-8 weeks
What kind of wormer did you use? I will probably go through vet but just want to ask around

[Blaze]

Did they say why? In my opinion it would be a really bad idea to wait that long, it is best to do it earlier to be safe. And it should be done at 2 week intervals to follow the life cycle of the parasite. Definitely check with your vet though, some treatments will have different directions. I used endoguard for my pups, but I'm not sure if that's available in the US.

[Midlifeloki]

Okay thanks so much for the advise I will cal vet

[BratBoxers]

At 2 weeks and every 2 weeks from then on till they go to new homes or if you keep one have a float done when they go to the vet for a check up. I get the wormer from my vet either Nemex2 or Strongid T.

[mara]

Let us know what the vet advises.

[GSDNewbie]

just personally not saying anyone else is wrong I worm my females before breeding then worm pups at 4-6 weeks old no younger. I do not like to give anything to my pups young it is personal preference.

this is from my vet also on the subject:


Worming Puppies
Research suggests that up to 70% of puppies are infected at the time of birth by Toxocara Canis worms, direct from their mothers womb. This infection is reinforced by worm larvae being present in the mothers milk and faeces. As this worm is a zoonosis (can infect humans) active worming is essential. We advise the use of the wormer, Endorid given every two weeks from four weeks of age until a minimum of 12 weeks of age and then every month until six months old. At this stage treat with Droncit as for an adult dog.
If you see roundworms in a young puppy this would suggest a heavy infestation and we would advise you consult one of our veterinary surgeons.
Worming Pregnant Bitches
Pregnant bitches are a source of worms for their unborn pups. To limit this as far as is possible we would advise the use of Endoridfrom day 40 of pregnancy until two days post whelping and then fortnightly until weaning. This protocol should be discussed with your veterinary surgeon at the prior to mating examination.