Heartworm Disease
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Facts About Heartworm Disease |
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Adult Heartworms can grow 10-12 inches in length |
Cases of heartworms have been diagnosed in all 50 states |
Over 25% of cats with proven heartworm infections are kept indoors exclusively according to their owners |
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Signs |
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Can take years to develop |
Testing should be done yearly |
Persistent cough |
Reluctance to exercise |
Fatigue after moderate activity |
Decreased appetite |
Weight loss |
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Treatment |
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There is no treatment for cats |
Treatment for dogs can lead to serious health concerns, as can leaving the disease untreated |
More than 1 treatment may be necessary |
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Prevention is VITAL to your pet's health! |
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Heartgard (Dogs) |
Iverheart (Dogs) |
Proheart (Dogs) |
Revolutions (Cats) |
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A once a month chewable |
A once a month tablet |
An injection that is effective for 6 months. Only available for dogs under 8. |
A once a month topical application that also prevents fleas |