Drontal Plus, Worming Routine

Worming Routine

When choosing a worming product there are a number of things to consider;

Does the product work.
Are there any adverse side effects.
Do vets recommend them.
Is the product available without prescription.
What is the cost.
Are there many people using the product.
Where can I buy them

Please consider the above list carefully, experiences of many thousands of site visitors has been used to recommend this product to you. Recommended by vets, available to buy without prescription, value for money, Drontal Plus is the number one worming treatment.

If your using something else, then leave this page, its not for you. Manufacturers recommendations have been used in calculations, based on the average weight of a Westie, and should not be used for other products, or other breed of dogs.

Toxocara canis	Comments	It infects dogs and poses a considerable risk when the egg capsule is ingested by humans. This is the worm you may have seen you dog "cough up" or pass in its stool.
Toxocara canis	Drontal Says	Kills Ascarids:Toxocara canis, Toxascaris leonina (adult and late immature forms).

Hookworms	Comments	There are three different types of hookworm. Ancylostoma caninum, Ancylostoma braziliense and Uncinaria stenocephala. The Ancylostoma caninum prefers a tropical climate and the Uncinaria stenocephala prefers a cooler climate. Of the three the Ancylostoma caninum is the most dangerous. These worms are not particular to the age of the dog they infect and can infect any dog of any age.
Hookworms	Drontal Says	Kills Uncinaria stenocephala, Ancylostoma caninum (adults).

Whipworms	Comments	The whipworm Trichuris vulpis is much smaller than the other worms (30-50mm) and is rarely seen as it lives in the cecum. The head is skinny versus its thin tail which gives the worm a whip shape, hence the name.
Whipworms	Drontal Says	Kills Trichuris vulpis (adults).

Tapeworms	Comments	In the UK, Echinococcus granulosus is mostly found in central Wales and the Hebrides. In Europe, it is found in most Mediterranean countries. Echinococcus multilocularis is found in cats, dogs and foxes. It is not thought to be a risk in the UK, but is widespread in various parts of Europe. Under the Pet Travel Scheme, it is a mandatory requirement that all cats and dogs travelling to mainland Europe are wormed against this parasite prior to their return to the UK.
Tapeworms	Drontal Says	Kills Tapeworms: Echinococcus species, Taenia species, Dipylidium caninum (adults and immature forms).

Countries with Mosquito's

Heartworm

Comments

Please note, Heart worm is the result of the dog being bitten by an infected mosquito, similar to how malaria is spread. The larva burrows into a dog's skin, and take about three months to mature. Once they do, they make their way to the heart and surrounding tissues, and reproduce.

Drontal Plus does not kill heart worm, if you live or intend taking your dog to a country that has mosquitoes, and a risk of heart worm, you should use a heart worm treatment in addition to regular worming treatment.

Drontal Says

Does Not Kill Heart Worms

Drontal Plus should be given to pups from the age of 2 weeks old, depending you the puppies weight the amount to give is listed below, and is the recommendation made by the manufacturer.

Please note, This is a hobby site, and does not gain from anything it recommends, equally the information is provided "AS IS" and you should always consult with a qualified vet before giving any products.

Please also note, you may not know when/if you puppy has ever been wormed, don't take the breeders word, start a worming routine within a few days of brining a puppy home, and treat as if the pup has never been wormed before.

Drontal Plus, not recommended for puppies less than 2 weeks old
Weight	Quantity	Approximate Age
1/2–2 kg bodyweight	1/4 Drontal Plus Tablet	2-8 weeks old
2–5 kg bodyweight	1/2 Drontal Plus Tablet	9-18 weeks old
6–10 kg bodyweight	1 Drontal Plus Tablet	18 weeks to 1 year old
Note, The average weight of a adult Westie is 10Kg, if your Westie is over this weight, you need to give 1 1/2 tablets. All tablets should have the sharp edge removed before you give them.

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