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DateMay 24, 2023
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeCat
TopicLungworm

Question:
What OTC medicine can I buy to treat my cat for lungworm?
Answer:
Hey! Heartgard for cats or Revolution topical will treat Lungworms in cats! I hope this helps! DR. Lindsay Butzer
02
DateApr 26, 2023
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeCat
TopicLungworm

Question:
If u suspect your rescue cat of having lungworm what medicine should be given?
Answer:
Hey! Please talk to your local veterinarian. I suggest simply keeping your cat on revolution topical once a month to prevent from these parasites. Dr. Lindsay Butzer
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DateFeb 28, 2023
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeCat
Topiclikelihood of transmission

Question:
What is the likelihood of a toddler contracting worms from the cat?
Answer:
Hey! If your toddler eats cat poop they can get parasites. Please see your pediatrician and ask what their advice is. Thank you, Dr. Lindsay Butzer
04
DateFeb 28, 2023
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeCat
TopicHe's seems to be just ever gaining weight like he should

Question:
He just seem to gaining weight like he should
Answer:
I don't see a question here?
05
DateFeb 25, 2023
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeCat
Topic5 Month Old Cat

Question:
I would like to get a dewormer for my cat (Profender Topical Solution for Cats, 2.2-5.5 lbs)
Answer:
Hey! Here is the link below to make an online appointment with a vet on Vet Live! You can get a prescription and it will be filled by Petmeds and shipped to your front door. I hope this helped! Dr. Lindsay Butzer VET LIVE BOOK AND APPOINTMENT NOW: https://www.1800petmeds.com/vetlive
06
DateFeb 17, 2023
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeCat
TopicBest OTC medicine

Question:
What is the best OTC medicine for cats to deworm them?
Answer:
Hey! Revolution for cats. This treats intestinal worms too.
07
DateFeb 4, 2023
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeOther
TopicTapeworms in 3 large dogs

Question:
I have 3 large dogs and i am pretty sure i found a tapeworm in my bed after they were in it... Ive looked a little and have had problems finding 1s that will treat tapeworms... Or if i do find 1 i need like 4-6 packages for the addaquit weight of the 3 and they are like $20-40 a box my pit is roughly 60-70 lbs my male shepard is 70-80lbs and my female shepard is 100-120lbs what type of med would you recommend getting at a reasonable cost
Answer:
Hey! The most cost-effective way to treat tapeworm in dogs typically involves the use of an oral dewormer medication, which can be prescribed by a veterinarian. These medications work by killing the tapeworms within the dog's digestive system. Some popular and effective options include praziquantel, epsiprantel, and febantel. In addition to medication, there are also some steps that can be taken to help prevent tapeworm infections in dogs. These include practicing good hygiene, such as regularly cleaning up after your dog and avoiding contact with contaminated feces, and controlling fleas, as tapeworms often spread through the ingestion of infected fleas. It's important to note that tapeworms can cause serious health problems in dogs, so prompt treatment is important. A veterinarian can diagnose tapeworms and recommend the best treatment option for your dog, as well as provide information on how to prevent future infections.
08
DateJan 21, 2023
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeDog
TopicWorms

Question:
My dog has little rice worms in her poop she about 6 years old and a husky mixes
Answer:
Hey! If these are tape worms, from eating a flea you need to get a dewormer pill called Drontal prescribed to you. Please get a consult with a vet on Vetster.com to help you. Dr. Lindsay Butzer
09
DateJan 14, 2023
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeDog
TopicLung and throat worms

Question:
Do you need special wormer
Answer:
Hey! You can use Drontal Plus. But please speak to an online vet on Vetster.com to prescribe you a medication. Dr. Lindsay Butzer
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DateJan 10, 2023
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeDog
Topictrachea worms

Question:
What type of dewormer treats trachea worms?
Answer:
Hey!!! For lungs worms in dogs, the goals of treatment are to eliminate the parasite and to control any symptoms caused by inflammation. The parasites can be killed with specific antiparasitic drugs depending on the type of lungworm. Different medications include ivermectin, fenbendazole (Panacur™), Moxidectin+Imidacloprid (Advantage Multi™), and Milbemycin Oxime+praziquantel (Interceptor Plus™). Depending on the severity of the dog’s infection, the medication will be prescribed for several weeks to several months. When the dog’s symptoms are moderate, your veterinarian may prescribe medication to alleviate inflammation. In the rare case where the dog has severe respiratory distress, hospitalization for oxygen therapy or other supportive treatments may be necessary. Please go see your local veterinarian to get prescribed medication. I hope this helped! Dr. Lindsay Butzer
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DateDec 30, 2022
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeDog
TopicDeworming

Question:
I have 17 puppies and I have a large adults I want to deworm but I need to find out what is the most cost effective
Answer:
Hey! Please see your local veterinarian. A good dewormer to start with for puppies is Strongid T also called Pyrantal pamoate. This is 0.1 ml per pound. So a 10lb puppy will need 1ml of strongid. This is for Round Worms in puppies. Hook worms and other parasites you need to get different medicine. Please send a poop sample to your local veterinarian to test for what parasites are present. Thank you and I hope this helped Dr. Lindsay Butzer
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DateDec 19, 2022
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeCat
TopicDrontal for stray cat

Question:
I have a stray cat that won't let me get within 10 feet of him so I can't get him to a vet. He vomited worms recently so I'd like to give him Drontal. How can I get the pills for him without a prescription and what would be safe? Thanks.
Answer:
Hey! You can talk to a vet on Vetster through petmeds and they can prescribe you this medication for a stray cat! Hope this helped! Dr. Lindsay Butzer
013
DateDec 16, 2022
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeDog
TopicWhat dewormer to use

Question:
We're seeing the typical 'small rice-like' worms in our dog's stool; there's only been a few so far but we know we were in an area recently where some stray cats have been seen roaming about - what would be the best dewormer for him? He's 2 years old, right around 50 lbs, and he just got his flea medicine last night (not sure if that affects what to use).
Answer:
Hey! The rice like worms are Tapeworms. Your pet has fleas they chew them off and ingest the flea that carry the tapeworm eggs and this passes it to your dog. Step 1 is getting Drontal plus to give 1x 2 weeks apart for 2 treatments. Please see your local veterinarian or you can try going on Vetster by clicking the link below to get a virtual vet appointment and have them prescribe it through PetMeds. VETLIVE to BOOK AN APPOINTMENT: https://www.1800petmeds.com/vetlive
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DateDec 16, 2022
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeDog
TopicWhipworm

Question:
We were told our dog and our friend's dog have whipworm. One vet recommended Drontal Plus and the other Panacur. They seem to both be set in their ideas. Do you have a suggestion on either?
Answer:
Hey! Both Panacur and Drontal Plus should get the job done to treat whipworm. Drontal Plus has the advantage of only requiring one dose, while Panacur typically requires 3 doses given 3 days in a row.
015
DateDec 8, 2022
CategoryWorms
Pet TypeDog
TopicWorms after deworming

Question:
Hey, I just got a puppy & got the vet record faxed over from the previous vet, it says she was dewormed back in October, but, I notice white worms in her poop still, what should I do?
Answer:
Hey! This is Dr. Lindsay Butzer here and I am soon to make a Youtube video on my channel about Round Worms in dogs. This seems like that is what your dealing with. Your pet needs to be dewormed every month until they are about 6 months old with strongid or Heartgard if they are over 3 months old to keep these hardy worms away! Dont worry. Every puppy deals with these.