While your pup smells, growls, and scratches its way through life, not a care in the universe, eating everything it wants, rolling around in unpleasant things, doing all the things that make being a dog enjoyable. Then out of nowhere, you might notice unpleasant company hanging around for the trip. One such non welcome parasite can be worms.

Thankfully, you can look for and guard your dog from worms early. This can stop them from progressively getting worse, which makes life better for you and your dog.

A few of the signs in dogs that may have worms:

* Diarrhea, especially if there is noticeable blood in it. * An itchy bottom. If you perceive your canine rubbing its behind on the ground or on furnishings, it might be irritated by worms in this section. Another potential cause is that they are having problems with glands in these areas, not worms. * Worms or eggs in the dog’s poop – This is the most known way to tell if your dog is infected with worms. Take note, though, that not all types of worms can be noticed by the human eye. * Vomiting, possibly you’ll even see worms visible in it. * Dull coat * Loss of appetite * Dehydration leading to increased drinking and as a result, increased urination. * Worms that are visible in the fur or in the rear section – Tapeworms can be noticeable as tiny moving sections in these areas, which later can dry out. * Weakness, hungrier, loss of weight – If your canine has worms, the worms are stealing your dogs needed nutrition. Your dog might be eating but still be fragile or constantly hungry, and even could be losing the pounds. * A bloated belly – This is a common sign when newborn puppies have had worms transmitted from their mom.

Preventing your dog from getting worms: Ask your vet to run tests for your puppy early on, as early as 3 weeks after they’re born. They could already be infected with worms and need quick action. Bring your dog to your vet annually for examination and have a stool sample taken. Regularly give your dog products that prevent roundworms and heart worms. Use products that keep flees off your dog. Fleas can transmit tapeworms to your dog if they ingest them. Keep your dog away from wild animals or other potential sources of parasites, like drinking from puddles or other dirty sources of water. Prevent your dog from eating any dead animals. Carcasses can cause the spread of worms. Keep your dog from consuming feces. This is the most likely way a dog can get intestinal parasites.

If your dog shows warning signs of having a worm infection, be sure to stop by your vet’s office to determine what the issue might possibly be. Caring for your dog with the best treatment can keep your dog healthy and prevent problems down the road.

How might you identify a sick dog? How might you avoid dog illness?. This article, Worms – Does Your Dog Have Them? How Can You Tell has free reprint rights.

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