How to Take Care of a Dog With Hook Worms

Hookworms are a common problem for dogs. They are found in many puppies, since they are passed on by their mothers and are often found in adult dogs as well. Deworm all puppies when they are two to three weeks old and any adult dogs that are newly adopted. Look for signs of hookworms such as pale gums, a poor coat and weight loss. Hookworms can be passed to humans, so wear gloves when picking up dog feces or handling an infected dog.

Things You'll Need

  • Fenbendazole dewormer
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Instructions

    • 1

      Deworm the dog with a dewormer containing fenbendazole. Weigh the dog and use the appropriate amount of medication for its weight.

    • 2

      Watch for signs of nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. Fenbendazole is a mild treatment and doesn't usually have side effects. Keep your pet hydrated and consult your vet if any side effects last longer than 24 hours or seem persistent, such as continuous, painful vomiting.

    • 3

      Keep the dog's yard clean by removing any fecal matter, as soon as the dog eliminates. Hookworms procreate in feces and will infest the yard again, if they are allowed to remain. Discard of the feces as soon as possible. Clean the yard daily to prevent a relapse.

    • 4

      Repeat the deworming treatment two weeks later. The dewormer kills the adult hookworms, so a second treatment is necessary to kill the now adult hookworm larvae. Watch for side effects, as before.