How often to worm dogs?

In addition to this a dog with worms poses a health risk to other animals and humans. To answer that age old question we hear: 'how often should I worm my dog?' Shula says: "I generally suggest adult dogs are treated at least every 3-6 months, dependent on individual risk level. read more

Worms are masters of multiplication and survival so there are plenty of worms out there waiting to infect your dog. Shula reminds us that the four most common ways dogs can get worms are: Contaminated soil Infected dogs shed worm larvae or eggs in their faeces. read more

Worm infection from pets at home can potentially lead to serious health risks both for animals and humans. Many people do not realise that some parasitic worms can cause disease in humans – the so called ‘zoonotic diseases’ – and cats and dogs can pick up worms from just about anywhere in their normal environment, especially the garden, the park and the countryside. read more