{"id":7585,"date":"2022-03-25T06:38:15","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:38:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dog-from-eating-grub-worms\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T06:38:15","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:38:15","slug":"how-do-i-stop-my-dog-from-eating-grub-worms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dog-from-eating-grub-worms\/","title":{"rendered":"How do I stop my dog from eating grub worms?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dog-from-eating-grub-worms\/#How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_eating_grub_worms\" title=\"How do I stop my dog from eating grub worms?\">How do I stop my dog from eating grub worms?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dog-from-eating-grub-worms\/#Are_worms_harmful_for_dogs\" title=\"Are worms harmful for dogs?\">Are worms harmful for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dog-from-eating-grub-worms\/#What_if_my_dog_eats_worms\" title=\"What if my dog eats worms?\">What if my dog eats worms?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dog-from-eating-grub-worms\/#What_happens_if_my_dog_eats_a_grub_worm\" title=\"What happens if my dog eats a grub worm?\">What happens if my dog eats a grub worm?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dog-from-eating-grub-worms\/#Is_grubex_poisonous_to_dogs\" title=\"Is grubex poisonous to dogs?\">Is grubex poisonous to dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dog-from-eating-grub-worms\/#Can_dogs_get_sick_from_eating_worms\" title=\"Can dogs get sick from eating worms?\">Can dogs get sick from eating worms?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dog-from-eating-grub-worms\/#Will_eating_earthworms_hurt_my_dog\" title=\"Will eating earthworms hurt my dog?\">Will eating earthworms hurt my dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dog-from-eating-grub-worms\/#What_happens_if_your_dog_has_worms\" title=\"What happens if your dog has worms?\">What happens if your dog has worms?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dog-from-eating-grub-worms\/#What_worms_are_poisonous_to_dogs\" title=\"What worms are poisonous to dogs?\">What worms are poisonous to dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dog-from-eating-grub-worms\/#Can_worms_make_a_dog_sick\" title=\"Can worms make a dog sick?\">Can worms make a dog sick?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dog-from-eating-grub-worms\/#What_happens_when_your_dog_eats_a_worm\" title=\"What happens when your dog eats a worm?\">What happens when your dog eats a worm?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_eating_grub_worms\"><\/span>How do I stop my dog from eating grub worms?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To effectively stop them from doing this, you need to <b>catch them in the act. Wait outside for a while, until your dog goes about doing their own thing. As soon as they go to dig, discourage the behavior with a firm-but-gentle reprimand. Repeat until they stop attempting to dig.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_worms_harmful_for_dogs\"><\/span>Are worms harmful for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If left untreated, <b>worms can damage your dog&#8217;s internal organs and lead to loss of consciousness and death. If you suspect that your dog has worms, take it to your nearest veterinary office. Most intestinal worms are easy to treat and your veterinarian will prescribe a medication based on the diagnosis.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_if_my_dog_eats_worms\"><\/span>What if my dog eats worms?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The eggs of the <b>roundworm (Toxocara larvae) can be left behind in soil by other dogs or wildlife and then ingested by the earthworms. Then once the earthworms are eaten by your dog, he runs the risk of getting the common parasite.  So don&#8217;t let your dog eat the earthworms and keep him and you parasite free.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_my_dog_eats_a_grub_worm\"><\/span>What happens if my dog eats a grub worm?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Grub worms themselves aren&#8217;t harmful to dogs if eaten, reveals The Guardian. Unfortunately, the soils that the worms ingest and crawl through may contain toxic chemicals or the eggs of intestinal parasites, like roundworms, which can make your dog sick.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_grubex_poisonous_to_dogs\"><\/span>Is grubex poisonous to dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This product has <b>low toxicity to people and pets. It does not provide a specific re-entry interval after application, so it is recommended that people and pets keep off treated turfgrass until the dust has settled after application.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_get_sick_from_eating_worms\"><\/span>Can dogs get sick from eating worms?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some of the things that an earthworm might run across on his errands include bacteria and other parasites that are harmful to dogs. Parasite Problems While bacteria could cause stomach upset in your pet your biggest worry should be roundworms.  So <b>don&#8217;t let your dog eat the earthworms and keep him and you parasite free.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_eating_earthworms_hurt_my_dog\"><\/span>Will eating earthworms hurt my dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The eggs of the roundworm (Toxocara larvae) can be left behind in soil by other dogs or wildlife and then ingested by the earthworms. Then <b>once the earthworms are eaten by your dog, he runs the risk of getting the common parasite. Puppies are quite susceptible to getting roundworms, especially from their mothers.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_your_dog_has_worms\"><\/span>What happens if your dog has worms?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>More serious cases in canines can produce signs of worms such as <b>weight loss, poor coat, weakness, excessive hunger, loss of energy and diarrhoea and sickness. A dog with worms may eat more than usual, but still lose weight and where the diarrhoea is severe it can cause the dog&#8217;s bottom to become sore.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_worms_are_poisonous_to_dogs\"><\/span>What worms are poisonous to dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>5 types of dangerous worms in dogs<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Roundworm. Roundworms can be found in the stools of infected dogs and cats and in the soil anywhere around.  <\/li>\n<li>Hookworm. Hookworms bury into the skin of dogs and move through internal organs before maturing into adults in the intestine.  <\/li>\n<li>Whipworm.  <\/li>\n<li>Tapeworm.  <\/li>\n<li>Heartworm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_worms_make_a_dog_sick\"><\/span>Can worms make a dog sick?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Vomiting <b>If your dog is vomiting, it may be a symptom of worms. Each type of worm is known to cause vomiting. Dogs with whipworms may vomit a yellow-green substance while dogs with roundworms, hookworms or tapeworms may vomit visible worms. In most cases, you&#8217;ll be able to see the worms in your dog&#8217;s vomit.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_when_your_dog_eats_a_worm\"><\/span>What happens when your dog eats a worm?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Bacteria from eating a worm could cause your dog to develop <b>an upset stomach, vomiting and diarrhea. This may last a few hours to a day. The main problem comes from worms that have eaten roundworm eggs.  If your dog has become infected with roundworms, he will need to see the vet for treatment.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How do I stop my dog from eating grub worms?Are worms harmful for dogs?What if my dog eats worms?What happens if my dog eats a grub worm?Is grubex poisonous to dogs?Can dogs get sick from eating worms?Will eating earthworms hurt my dog?What happens if your dog has worms?What worms are poisonous to&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7585"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7585"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7585\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7585"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7585"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7585"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}