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What's the best deworming medicine for my new small puppies?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | unspayed | 2 years and 9 months old | 12 lbs

What is the best worm medicine for 7 weeks old Jack Russell And chiuaa? They are small puppies

3 Answers

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on November 2nd, 2018

This would depend on the types of intestinal parasites diagnosed. In general, Strongid (pyrantel pamoate) and Panacur (fenbendazole) are two of the most common dewormers used in puppies. Discuss an appropriate dose with your veterinarian before deworming the litter. It will likely need to be repeated in 2 and 4 weeks.

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Published on March 2nd, 2020
Common broad spectrum dewormers include fenbendazole (Panacur) and pyrantel pamoate (Strongid). For tapeworm infection, praziquantel should be used. Always discuss an appropriate dose with your veterinarian before administering.
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Answered By Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH
Veterinarian
Published on December 17th, 2018
Hi and thanks for posting on Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

Products that contain Pyrantel (Drontal) or Fenbendazole (Panacur) are broad spectrum deworming agents you may find over the counter at your local pet store. However, it is best if you run a fecal test with Axel's veterinarian first to determine what parasite he is infected with so the right deworming agent or combination of deworming medications can be administered.

I hope this helps!
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