Valley Veterinary Associates

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Heartworm Disease is a bloodborne parasite that is transmitted through the bite of the mosquito. All dogs are at risk of being bitten by mosquitos whether they are indoors or spend most of their time outdoors. In the early stages of the disease your dog may not show any signs of being sick. It is not until the disease has progressed that most dogs will start to act sick. By this time there has already been damage to the heart and pulmonary vessels. The disease is difficult to treat and acute death can result from the infection itself and potentially from the treatment too. A monthly chewable tablet or chewy beef treat will not only prevent the disease but will also help control several intestinal parasites as well. We recommend all dogs be treated for this deadly disease.