Heartworms are potentially deadly parasites that affect dogs and (rarely) cats. But armed with these 3 facts you can keep your beloved furry friends safe.

1. Heartworms are transmitted by mosquitoes. So all pets who go outside are at risk, even if they don’t have contact with other pets.
2. Heartworms can cause sudden death, heart failure, and kidney failure. Luckily, it can take months or years from the time of infection to the time of illness, so there’s time to start treatment. Treatment is costly and difficult for the pets, so on to fact 3:
3. Heartworm disease is preventable! Giving a once-monthly tablet can prevent heartworm disease. Plus, most preventatives also remove intestinal parasites, so you’re keeping your pet as healthy as possible.

Give us a call today at 791-7912 and we can discuss the best prevention plan for your pet. Forewarned is forearmed!