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Is heart gard necessary for dogs?
Heartguard itself isn't necessary for dogs,but some form of heartworm prevention should be given monthly whether it is heartguard or a different brand. Heartworm disease is caused by mosquitos and since they're everywhere,ones pets should be on heartworm prevention. It is less expensive in the long run to prevent then it is to cure.
Is there a heart worm medicine you can get to treat your dog at home ever heard of using lavasaw goat worm med?
I have never heard of lavasaw but you can get heartworm meds at walmart
What is the scientific name for heartworm?
Dirofilaria immitis is the scientific name for heart worm
Can taking blood pressure medicine lead to Heart Failure?
Yes.
Is it necessary for all dogs to have heart worm medicine?
Heartworm in dogs can be cured but usually requires hospitalization. It is much easier to prevent. Symptoms of heartworm infestation can include labored breathing, coughing, vomiting, weight loss and fatigue after moderate exercise.
Can heartworm medication make dogs sick?
No, that is highly improbable because heartworms reside in the heart rather than in the GI tract.
Does heart worm medicine for dogs keep all other worms away?
No. Basic heartworm medication such as Heartguard only targets heartworms. There are other medications you can give your dog in order to keep other worms away-some flea medications target other types of worms. Below is an article on heartworm meds.
Is a heartworm a parasite?
A heart worm parasite is spread by infected mosquitos. The mosquitos are infected in warm months by the eggs of the worm, and the mosquitos bite the dogs/cats/animals to infect them with the heartworm.
Is Harts Rid Worm chewable tablets just as good or the same as Heart Guard Heartworm chewable tablets?
No , Harts Rid worm is for intestinal worms (like tapeworms etc.) , and Heart Guard heartworm chewable tabs are to prevent heartworms.
If a dog gets DHPP vaccine does it need heart worm pills?
Yes. Vaccines do not prevent heartworm infections in dogs, so dogs who are vaccinated still need to be on a heartworm preventative.
What is best medicine to prevent flea and heartworms in dogs?
Heartgaurd is just heartworm prevention. To prevent fleas you need a different product. Advantage, Frontline, or Comfortis to name a few. If your looking for a flea and heartworm in one, Sentinal is a good choice. Heart Guard
What are the benefits of using Heartgard chewables for dogs in preventing heartworm disease?
Heartgard chewables for dogs are effective in preventing heartworm disease by killing heartworm larvae before they can mature into adult worms. This helps protect dogs from serious health issues associated with heartworm infection, such as heart failure and organ damage. Regular use of Heartgard chewables can also save pet owners money on costly heartworm treatment.
