i got a new great dane puppy 7 weeks old and he started to pee and their was blood in it do you think it is a bladder infection? and also i gave him worm medicine and he has worms when should i worm him again? and should i get worm meds for the other dogs that was around him?
Andrea Selner says:
February 02nd, 2009 at 09:34 PM
It could very well be a urinary infection. I would recommend contacting your Veterinarian and having them perform a urinalysis along with a Fecal testing for intestinal parasites. They will be able to give you the proper deworming medication for the parasites that your puppy has. They can also get you started on vaccines and heartworm prevention. I wish you the best of luck with your new edition.
User says:
February 03rd, 2009 at 12:49 AM
that is what was wrong, i got him to the vet today and he has roundworms. i am very upset. so many kids and my friend that is pregant was around him could they harm the unborn baby? if she has them. also it looks like she can't take any meds while she is pregant.
Andrea Selner says:
February 04th, 2009 at 03:04 PM
Roundworms and Hookworms can both be transmitted to humans. Usually this is due to poor hygiene. Not washing your hands, not wearing shoes, and not cooking properly. I would recommend your friend to contact her physician but I do not think it is anything to be to concerned with. Or many a Veterinarian and staff would be giving it to there offspring. Roundworms and Hookworms can last for years in your soil so please remember to pick up your Dog's stool and dispose of it properly, so as not to contaminate the area where other dog's play and your's from getting the parasites again. Also putting your Puppy on a good Heartworm prevention will deworm him for those parasites monthly. Good luck
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