Heartworm disease is a major concern in our region. Transmitted by mosquitoes, adult worms can grow up to 12 inches and live in the heart and lungs, causing lung disease and heart failure.
Dogs: Testing & Treatment
- Testing: Annual screening verifies protection.
- Treatment: If positive, we follow strict, monitored protocols to safely eliminate adult worms. Multiple treatments may be required with close at‑home rest.
Cats: Prevention is Critical
There’s no approved adulticidal treatment for cats—prevention is the best protection with monthly topicals.
Prevention Options
- Monthly chewables or topicals for dogs
- Monthly topicals for cats
- Many products also prevent intestinal parasites
FAQs
Why test yearly if my dog is on prevention?
Missed or late doses, vomiting after dosing, or product failure can occur. Testing ensures safety.
Are preventatives safe long‑term?
Yes. They’re widely used and well‑tolerated when given as directed.
Protect your dogs and cats from heartworm disease with testing and monthly preventatives. Call (210) 634‑0003.