Heartgard Prevents Heartworms

Buying a heartworm deterrant is one of the best things you can do for your pet’s

wellbeing. However…if you’re like most pet owners, you likely have some questions.

Below are some answers to help you narrow down your research.

Q: What does Heartgard do?

A: Heartgard is a prescription that prevents heartworm disease in cats and dogs.

Q: How does Heartgard work?

A: Invermectin is the chief component. Invermectin interferes with the parasite’s nerveous

system, and then paralyses and kills the immature heartworms (larvae).

Q: How frequently should I feed this medicine to my cat or dog?

A: 1 time a month.

Note: you should try to give your pet his Heartgard medicine on the same day, each month. The stickers, that come with the package, will help you remember.

Q: What if I miss a dose?

A: If the amount of time between medications exceeds 30 days, Invermectin’s effectiveness may be lessened.

(Remember, Invermectin kills young heartworms. And missing medications could

enable the heartworms to mature to a point where the product is not as effective.)

That said, experts advise testing your pet for heartworms

six and a helf months after the missed dosage.

Q: What about sensitive breeds like Collies, is this product safe for them?

A: Collies and other related breeds have shown sensitivity to Invermectin. But, the dose of Invermectin in Heartgard is low. And the maker, Murial, states that the does should be safe if used as

directed.

Q: When should I start my pet on Heartgard?

A: Heartgard destroys the larvae your pet was exposed to within the last thirty days. That said, if

you are planning to give your pet a seasonal preclusive, give it to her

one month after the 1st mosquito appears.

Q: What about puppies?

A: You can begin your puppy on the preclusive when he’s a minimum six weeks old.

Q: What if I desire to protect my pet against other parasites like intestinal worms?

A: Consider looking into Heartgard Plus. along with Invermectin, it uses Pyrantel, which destroys hookworms and roundworms in addition to heartworms.

Q: dog or cat need to be tested before giving him Heartgard?

A: Yes. Giving a heartworm deterrant to a pet that already has heartworms

could cause a severe reaction that could be hazardous or even fatal for your animal.

For this reason you will also need to have a veterinarian’s prescription to purchase Heartgard.

You may also consider using a generic Heartgard.

This posting is based on information freely available in the popular press and medical journals that deal with [medical subject]. Nothing herein is intended to be or

should be construed to be any sort of medical advice. For medical advice the reader should consult with his or her physician or other m edical specialist.