Therefore, it is recommended that a blood test for existing heartworm infection is conducted to assess the pet's
current heartworm status, before beginning a prevention program.
It is important for your veterinarian to assess your dog's
heartworm status prior to initiating a monthly heartworm disease preventive, or changing from one brand of preventive to another.
Testing such animals 3 - 4 months after initiation of Revolution would be necessary to confirm their
negative heartworm status.
Albendazole every 12 hours for 10 to 20 days Ivermectin two treatments, 2 weeks apart (NOT IN COLLIES or in animals of
uncertain heartworm status)
'' From a heartworm disease and transmission perspective, I feel it is important to know
the heartworm status of all pets prior to transport if at all possible.
The fee varies based on a number of factors, including medical issues,
heartworm status, and treatment method, age, breed, and length of stay.
If dogs test positive and relocation can not be postponed, clinical decisions should be based on the dog's
heartworm status.
These recommendations are applicable regardless of
heartworm status and can serve as a foundation for client conversations on basic preventive health care.
Once we know your pet's
heartworm status, we will discuss the types of preventatives available and help you choose the one that is most appropriate for your pet.
Breed: Great Pyrenees Mix Estimated DOB: 2/6/17
Heartworm Status: Negative Gender: Male, Neutered Shots: Up to date Microchipped: Yes
We therefore recommend a yearly blood test to determine
the heartworm status of your dog.
A dog's
Heartworm status should be evaluated before administering systemic anti-parasitic drugs as killing an existing worm infection could put stress on a dogs system.
Any other vet records for your dog including microchip number,
heartworm status / preventative, spayed / neutered, and any other medical problems should be faxed with the vaccinations.
Your veterinarian assesses
the heartworm status of the dog before prescribing these medications.