There’s an old wives' tale that pumpkin seeds act as a natural dewormer for dogs with parasites, but Watkins says that’s not the case. “It doesn’t actually work,” Watkins says.

It's that time of year again: pumpkin season! From carving jack-o'-lanterns to roasting pepitas, there are so many fun activities to enjoy with family and friends. But what about our furry friends?

The researchers found that pumpkin seed oil decreased the number of adult worms and larvae. However, little research exists on humans or the effect of pumpkin seed oil on pinworms specifically.