Deworming
Protecting Your Pet from Hidden Parasites
At GardenBrooke Vets, we know how much your pets mean to you, and keeping them parasite-free is a vital part of their overall health. Deworming isn’t just another routine treatment, it’s an essential step in ensuring your furry companion lives a long, active, and comfortable life.
Did you know that nearly 85% of puppies and kittens are born with intestinal parasites? While some pets naturally build immunity over time, stress or illness can weaken their defenses, allowing dormant larvae to resurface and cause infections. These internal parasites can affect your pet’s growth, energy, and even be transmitted to humans, making deworming crucial for your entire family’s well-being.
Common Internal Parasites Include:
- Roundworms
- Hookworms
- Whipworms
- Coccidia
- Giardia
We keep your pets healthy, happy, and thriving every day!
Detecting and Treating Parasites
If your pet shows signs of poor appetite, weight loss, bloating, or digestive issues, our veterinarians can perform fecal examinations to identify parasite eggs under the microscope and recommend the most effective treatment plan.
How Deworming Works
Every pet’s needs are different, which is why consulting with a veterinarian before starting any deworming medication is so important. The right dewormer depends on your pet’s age, species, health condition, and infection type. Misusing over-the-counter products can harm your pet, so professional guidance ensures both safety and effectiveness.
Our experts recommend:
- Puppies and kittens should begin deworming at 2 weeks of age and continue every two weeks until 6 months old.
- The mother should also follow the same schedule to prevent reinfection during nursing.
- Adult pets should be routinely dewormed based on lifestyle, exposure, and your vet’s advice.
Preventing Reinfection
Parasites can easily reinfest your pet if their environment isn’t kept clean. To protect your pet from recurring infections:
- Keep living areas clean, dry, and well-maintained.
- Remove waste daily to prevent contamination.
- Regularly treat fleas, which often spread intestinal parasites.
- Use easy-to-clean surfaces such as gravel or concrete, avoiding soil and grassy areas when possible.
At GB Vets, our goal is to give your pet a parasite-free life filled with health, comfort, and happiness. Book a deworming appointment today and let our caring team safeguard your pet’s health, because prevention is always better than cure.
Contact Us
We encourage you to contact us with any questions or comments you may have. Please call our office or use the quick contact form below.
- 111-275 Gardenbrooke Trail Brampton, ON L6P 4M6
- 905-794-2233
- Mon-Fri: 9:30 am to 6:00 pm Sat: 9:30 am to 3:00 pm Sun & Sat Holidays: Closed
- gardenbrookevh@gmail.com