The chart above lists common anthelmintics on the market. Here we only list the deworming charts labeled on the drugs, and we do not comment on their effectiveness.

External parasites

The most common external parasites are fleas, and the most harmful ones are ticks. All ectoparasites depend on blood for their survival, so they can spread various blood-borne infectious diseases. In most cases, ectoparasites will cause severe itching, and there will be bloody stools on the skin surface after sucking blood, which is similar to blood scabs.

External parasites mostly live in dark and humid environments and are generally difficult to eradicate. The simplest and most effective way to disinfect the environment is to blast it in the sun. This method is very effective for dog nests, mats and other utensils.

External deworming can not only effectively prevent external parasites, but also prevent some internal parasite infections. Because many fleas, ticks and other parasites also carry various internal parasite eggs in their bodies, which are transmitted to the host during the blood-sucking process.

External anthelmintics are mostly used as topical drops or sprays. Effectively, drops are better than sprays. The effective period of preventing parasites is generally about one month.

Although mites are parasites, they are often classified as skin diseases. If it is a simple mite infection, please treat it according to the skin disease. Broad-spectrum anthelmintics are not as effective as targeted treatments. For ear mites, it is recommended to clean the ear canal regularly with ear cleaning solution.

The distribution of parasites varies greatly in different regions. For example, there are almost no ectoparasites in winter and spring in the north, while in the south they are present year-round. Please use as appropriate.

Internal parasites

Most internal parasites can cause various digestive diseases. A few can cause other serious problems, such as heartworms, which can cause serious heart problems.

At the same time, many types of internal parasites can also infect dogs, cats, and humans at the same time. And the symptoms are more subtle and difficult to detect in the early stages.

Common internal parasites include roundworms, tapeworms, nematodes, and hookworms. Conventional anthelmintic drugs target these parasites.

Although Trichomonas and Coccidia are uncommon, they can cause severe enteritis, and conventional anthelmintics do not target Coccidia and Trichomonas, so targeted treatment is required. Once a dog is found to have loose stools, bloody stools, and intestinal mucosal discharge. Please go to the hospital for a stool test in time.

Toxoplasma gondii mainly parasitizes and is transmitted by cats. Dogs can be parasitized but have no ability to transmit it.

Heartworm is a parasite that has begun to attract attention in recent years. It can infect dogs, cats and people, and has serious consequences. It should be noted that anthelmintic drugs can only be used to prevent heartworms. Once heartworms infect the heart, anthelmintic drugs must not be used to deworm the heart, as it may lead to death. If you suspect a heartworm infection, seek medical attention immediately.

Usage of topical drops

Start from the spine just behind the dog’s neck to the buttocks. Find 3-4 points along the spine, peel off the coat, and drop it on the skin. A few drops. The dosage of different drugs is different, please use according to the instructions.

▲Instructions for selecting locations for topical drops

Why drip along the spine? Because topical drugs are strictly forbidden to be taken orally, they may cause poisoning. Therefore, along the spine, you can ensure that the dog cannot reach it, so it is safe.

Oral anthelmintics

General anthelmintics are based on the weight of adult dogs, so when using them on puppies, be sure to pay attention to the dosage. Calculate the dosage based on the body weight, and then use a medicine divider to cut the tablets. Do not blindly feed them one by one, as this can easily lead to overdose and damage to the body.

When giving medicine, the most direct way is to stick the tablet directly into the dog's throat with your index finger, then hold the dog's mouth, and he will swallow it himself. You can also disguise it with cans or pieces of meat, stuff the pills inside, and feed them to the dog.

If you really can’t feed it, you can crush it and make some sugar water to feed it.

All anthelmintics are highly toxic and should not be abused.