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FECAL AND DEWORMING PROTOCOL!
Puppies & Kittens
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Deworming Start deworming process as early as two weeks
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One day of Pyrantel, repeat every 2 weeks -- If under 8 weeks, continue this protocol until 8 weeks of age
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All pets should be dewormed a minimum of 2x Fecals:
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For litters:
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Intake fecal is needed (a group fecal is acceptable for this fecal, this means fecal samples from several babies are mixed together & run as one fecal sample.)
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Repeat fecal 2-3 weeks after deworming, regardless of initial fecal results.
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Positive Fecals: In the event of a positive fecal post deworming, repeat deworming and get a NPS fecal 2 x
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Whipworm protocol: Use Panacur for 3 days repeat 2-3 weeks
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Coccidia positive protocol: Use Ponazuril for 3 days, repeat in 10 days
*If the repeat fecal is holding up an approved adopter, adopter may use our office for the repeat fecal, as long as they accept the risks.
Adults
Fecal protocol is the same for adults as it is for puppies and kittens, with the following exceptions:
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Initial fecal before deworming is not required, but highly recommended.
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Deworming does not need to be repeated if the first fecal is negative, but it encouraged.
Where can you get a fecal done?
Drop-off fecals* available at any of the following; fecals are also offered at our vet partners at the time of appointments.
*Must bring fresh fecal sample. Always bring a fresh fecal sample to any of your vet appointments in case fecal exam is needed!
Broward
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Fort Lauderdale: Office appointment with vet tech, either drop-off or regular appt
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Weston Road, message GK Medical to arrange
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Parkland: Heather Levy, vetbox
Palm Beach
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Boca: Lund, message GK Medical to arrange
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Boynton: Pet Calls, message GK Medical to arrange
Miami
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South Miami Animal Clinic, message GK Medical to arrange
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UM area, Moni Kreinberg (FB: Moni Kberg), vetbox
Pyrantel
It is used to treat roundworm, hookworm, and stomach worm parasites.
Ponazuril aka Marquis
Drug used to treat protozoal and coccidial infections in dogs and cats
DOSING CHARTS

