Heartgard Prevents Heartworms
Purchasing a heartworm preclusive is one of the wisest things you can do for your cat’s
wellbeing. However…if you’re like many pet owners, you probably have some questions.
Below are a few answers to help you narrow down your research.
Q: What is Heartgard?
A: Heartgard is a product that prevents heartworm disease in dogs and cats.
Q: How does it work?
A: Invermectin is the main component. It interferes with the parasite’s nerveous
system, and then paralyses and kills the young heartworms (larvae).
Q: How frequently should I feed this medicine to my pet?
A: Once a month.
Note: you would do well to give your pet his Heartgard medicine on the same day, each month. The heart
stickers, that come with the package, will help you remember.
Q: What if I miss a dose?
A: If the time between doses is more than 30 days, Invermectin’s effectiveness
could be lessened.
( Again, Invermectin destroys immature heartworms. And forgettign doses may
enable the heartworms to grow to a point where the medication is less effective.)
For that reason, professionals recommend scanning your dog or cat for heartworms 61/2 months after the missed dose.
Q: What about sensitive breeds like Collies, is this dewormer okay for them?
A: Collies and other related breeds have shown sensitivity to Invermectin. But, the dose of Invermectin in Heartgard is nominal. And the maker, Murial, says that the ingredients should be okay if given as
directed.
Q: When should I begin giving my pet Heartgard?
A: Heartgard kills the larvae your pet was exposed to within the last thirty days. That said, if
you are going to give your dog or cat a seasonal preventative, give it to him
one month after the 1st mosquito makes an appearance.
Q: What about puppies?
A: You can begin your puppy on the preclusive when he’s at least six weeks old.
Q: What if I desire to protect my pet against other parasites like intestinal worms?
A: Consider looking into Heartgard Plus. In addition to Invermectin, it employs Pyrantel, which destroys hookworms and roundworms as well as heartworms.
Q: oes my pet need to be examined prior to giving her Heartgard?
A: Yes. Administering a heartworm preventative to a dog or cat that already is infected heartworms
could cause a severe reaction that may be hazardous or even fatal to your cat or dog.
For this reason you will also have to have a veterinarian’s prescription to buy procure 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.
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