Deworming of dogs should be done every three months. Common internal parasites in dogs include roundworms, hookworms, heartworms, coccidia, tapeworms, etc. Dogs can be dewormed when they are 8 weeks old, and the specific dosage must be used in strict accordance with the dog’s weight to avoid overdosing leading to dog poisoning. Dogs are often infected with external parasites such as fleas, mites, lice, ticks, etc. Because dogs are often walked outside, it is best to do external deworming once a month. Commonly available in vitro dewormers are drops or sprays that are applied to the dog’s neck where it cannot be licked.
