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How often should a puppy be dewormed?

Puppies need more frequent parasite control than adults. Prevention starts very early and is then adjusted to product, environment, fecal testing and individual risk.

Quick answer

Puppies need more frequent parasite control than adults. Prevention starts very early and is then adjusted to product, environment, fecal testing and individual risk.

What to know

CAPC recommends beginning intestinal deworming at 2 weeks of age and repeating every 2 weeks until a regular broad-spectrum prevention program begins. A veterinarian should choose the product, dose and schedule for the puppy’s age, weight and local parasite risks.