The Roundworms in dogs can be found in egg form in animal droppings. There are many causes for roundworms in canines. One cause is eating an infected animal. Or ingesting feces that are infected with roundworm larvae.

Four different types of worms can survive in the pet’s intestines. Roundworms are the most common of these worms. It is actually possible for new born puppies to be infected by roundworms at birth. If your dog shows symptoms, he could be infested with worms.

Some of the symptoms:

1. Your dog might become pot-bellied

2. Your dog might experience abnormal vomiting

3. The pet loses the appetite and also loses weight

4. In some cases, diarrhea and dehydration can appear

5. You may also notice some worms or part of worms in the feces

6. Some worms are seen outside the anus, in the pet’s bed

If there are visible symptoms, get treatment as soon as possible. You too can get infected by having a close contact with the pet. Get the pet to a vet to confirm since symptoms are usually similar with different worms in dogs. Also take feces to the doctor for a fecal test. Then the vet will give you the best medicine to treat the pet. There are many stores that sell affordable treatments. 

Also, worms can go to the placenta, so they can also be difficult to detect.This is why many new born are infected and with a weak immune system, they can even die. So even before your dog’s pregnancy, it is advisable to have him dewormed. Also, the vet recommend that once at every 3 or 4 months the pet receives a de-worming treatment. Prevention is the best way to deal with the infestation of these parasites in dogs.