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Ask your Veterinarian
Because of the regional and climate-dependant
nature of the heartworm cycle, it is crucial to consult your veterinarian
before giving any medication to your pet. Your veterinarian is your
best reference, with expert knowledge of the heartworm life cycle
and transmission patterns in your region, along with the individual
health and activity profile of your dog.
Before starting a preventive program, all dogs that could possibly
be affected with mature heartworms should be tested as some preventive
medicines may cause severe reactions in dogs that are already hosts
to adult heartworms. A dog that is on a preventive medicine should
be tested routinely to ensure on going protection- especially when
a dose has been missed or forgotten. |
