Strategic deworming is a practice
recommended by the American Association of Veterinary Parasitologists (AAVP)
and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Puppies: During this growth phase of their lives is when they
are most susceptible to worms. Deworm at 2, 4, 6, & 8 weeks of age, then again at 12 & 16 weeks
of age, deworm again at 6 months and 1 year,
then deworm as an adult after they have turned a year old.
Adult Dogs: Generally for a adult dog twice a year for life is
good enough but if your dog is a hunter and big swimmer in lakes, ponds, creeks,
or rivers I would recommend 3 to 4x’s a year, just because dogs put everything
into their mouths and a deworming will be needed to eliminate any parasites that
they may have pick up.
Newly Acquired Animals: No matter what the history or age is
you should assume that they have parasites just to be safe! Deworm immediately and repeat in 2 weeks then put them
on the adult program if they are over 16 weeks of age.
