HEARTWORM DISEASE

Heartworm disease causes heart failure. It is transmitted by mosquitoes. Any exposure to mosquitos = Risk of Heartworm Disease. Since there are many mosquitoes in Michigan, heartworm disease is very prevalent among pets that aren’t given preventative.

At your first puppy visit your puppy receives a FREE dose of Heartgard Plus. Each month after that your puppy should be weighed and appropriately dosed with a form of heartworm preventative.

We strongly recommend Heartworm Testing & Preventative Care for all dogs. It doesn’t matter whether your dog is a pampered pooch or is active and strong, every dog is at risk for getting heartworm disease, a potentially deadly condition. If your dog is due or overdue for Heartworm Testing, or has never been started on a preventative program, we welcome you!

What is heartworm disease?
Heartworm is a parasitic disease that can affect any dog regardless of age, sex or habitat. It is found in all parts of the United States and many parts of Canada. Heartworm is transmitted by mosquitoes. Heartworms live in the hearts and lungs of infected dogs.

Why is heartworm disease a danger?
Heartworm is the most serious common parasite for dogs because it stresses the dog’s heart by restricting the blood flow and also damages other internal organs. The heart may enlarge and become weakened due to an increased workload, and congestive heart failure may occur.

Symptoms of heartworm infection in dogs include:

• Difficulty breathing
• Coughing
• Fatigue, a dog that tires easily
• Weight loss
• Reduced ability to exercise

What can you do to protect your dog?

• Heartworm disease is 100% preventable.
• Year round prevention = Heartworm Test every other year.
• Seasonal prevention (April thru November) = Annual Heartworm Test.
• Deworming monthly using heartworm preventative, is a good idea since several of the parasites your puppy can carry, can also infect humans.

Heartgard Plus® = monthly tasty treat prevents heartworm disease, hookworms and roundworms.
Sentinel® = monthly chewable tablet prevents heartworm disease, hookworms, roundworms, and whipworms, and also flea sterilization.
Revolution® = Apply to the base of the neck once monthly for heartworm prevention, flea and tick control.
Tri-Heart® Plus = flavored chewable tablets contain ivermectin/pyrantel - a proven combination to protect your dog and ensure your complete peace of mind. Tri-Heart® Plus is an affordable prescription and all it takes to prevent parasitic infestations that can literally rob your pets' vitality and shorten their lifespans. Tri-Heart® Plus is available in 3 dosage strengths with easy to recognize color-coded packages. $5 Rebate for purchase of 12 doses!
ProHeart®6 is BACK!!!! Tired of Monthly Heartworm Pills? Now ONE injection = 6 months of protection!!!! Call today to schedule your dog’s ProHeart 6 Visit!! REQUIREMENTS Dogs have to be between 6 months and 7 years of age Current negative heartworm test Bloodwork to check liver enzymes & complete blood count to rule any possibility for adverse effects Owner signed consent form Cannot be given within 30 days of vaccination
American Heartworm Society

THE COST OF HEARTWORM TREATMENT