- Deworming powder is effective against roundworms, hookworms, whipworms and taenia tapeworms.
- Safe for use in all dogs ages 6 weeks and older, including pregnant dogs.
- Powdered dewormer is easy to mix into your dog’s food.
- Designed to be fed for 3 days in a row.
- Supports a healthy, happy dog.
If your dog tests positive for internal parasites, your vet may prescribe Safe-Guard (fenbendazole) Canine 1 gm to treat and control those parasites. This product is effective against the four major types of parasites in dogs, including roundworms, hookworms, whipworms and taenia tapeworms. It’s easy to feed—just mix the powder into your dog’s food and make sure that your pup eats the full dose. You’ll need to repeat the dose for three days in a row. This deworming medication is considered safe for use in all dogs ages six weeks and older, including pregnant dogs.
Safe-Guard Canine Dewormer, 1g - 3 Day Treatment for Small Breeds
Fenbendazole Granules 22.2% (222 mg/G).
The daily dose for Safe-Guard Canine is 50mg/kg (22.7mg/lb) of body weight. You should weigh your dog to make sure you are using the right dose, i.e. correct gram amount and appropriate number of pouches. Your dog must be treated with the following dose for 3 days in a row:
Weight Pouch Size (Daily Dose) 10 lbs 1 gram 11-20 lbs 2 gram 21-30 lbs 1 gram + 2 gram 31-40 lbs 4 gram 41-50 lbs 1 gram + 4 gram 51-60 lbs 2 gram + 4 gram 61-80 lbs Two 4 gram Over 80 lbs Combine pouches to obtain recommended daily dosage Mix daily dose with small amount of the usual food. Make sure your dog eats all the medicated food. You may need to moisten dry dog food to aid mixing. Repeat dose for 3 days in a row.
Recommended Deworming Schedule
Schedule may vary depending on the climate where you live and the activity of your dog. The following schedule should be used as a general guideline.
- Weaned pups (6-8 weeks of age) should be dewormed at 6, 8, 10, and 12 weeks of age.
- Treat the dam at the same time as the puppies.
- Dogs over 6 months of age should be dewormed at least twice each year.