Heartworm in dogs can be very dangerous and, if left untreated, can kill your beloved pet. Even if your dog receives treatment in time, they will be in a lot of discomfort for several weeks. The best cure is to prevent heartworm in the first place by using something like Heartgard for dogs - also known as Heartgard Plus.
Heartgard for dogs consist of flavoured, chewable tablets that are given monthly to prevent heartworm, roundworm, and hookworm.
All you have to do is give Heartgard for dogs to your dog once a month and make sure that they chew the whole tablet - rather than swallowing the tablet whole. This will need to be done every month for full prevention.
Heartgard for dogs should only be used for dogs older than six weeks old and side effects are rare if the correct recommendations on dosage are followed. You also shouldn't give your dog Heartgard Plus with any other similar heartworm medication.
Heartgard for dogs is generally given as a prescription from your veterinarian, so make sure you discuss it with the vet and ask any questions you need more information on.
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