Tapeworm Treatment For Dogs Petsmart

Tapeworms are not usually harmful and dogs rarely become ill as a result of an infestation but weight loss may occur if he is heavily infected.

Tapeworm treatment for dogs petsmart.

Because fleas are the key cause control them both on your dog and in your home and yard. Enter code vet30 to receive 30 off your first autoship eligible purchase of any single vet authorized diet dog or cat. Petsmart has dog flea treatment items including sprays collars medicine ointments and more that kill fleas and ticks fast. Fleas ingest tapeworm eggs.

Once the dog eats the flea the tapeworm egg hatches and attaches to the dog s intestinal lining. In most cases you can prevent tapeworms with a few simple steps. At petsmart we carry dog health care and wellness products such as over the counter medications pet pill treats chewable pills puppy dewormers tasty dental treats supplements natural remedies eye drops and ear care items. The tapeworms mature inside the flea to a stage where they can infect dogs and cats when the flea is eaten during self grooming.

We want to help you make their life better at any age. 3 8 out of 5 stars 14 ratings based on 14 reviews current price 15 02 15. Even if you don t see fleas on your pet it is very likely that they are present if your pet has tapeworms. Together with petsmart charities we help save over 1 500 pets every day through adoption.

Most pets get tapeworms because they have fleas. Dipylidium caninum is the most common type of tapeworm found in dogs in the u s. Successful treatment meaning that your stool is free of tapeworm eggs larvae or proglottids is most likely if you receive appropriate treatment for the type of tapeworm causing your infection. Flea and tick control products for dogs protect your pet from pests.

Offer valid 8 31 11 29 with treats membership. Terms conditions of this offer are subject to change at the sole discretion of petsmart. Treating an invasive infection depends on the location and effects of the infection. Talk to your vet about flea spray powder collars oral medication or topical liquid treatments.

Dog health and wellness help them look and feel their best. At petsmart we never sell dogs or cats. Diagnosis and treatment of tapeworms in dogs. Find what works best for your pet.