Veterinary Services
Pet Heartworms & Prevention
Pet Heartworms & Prevention
It is caused by worms that live in the heart, lungs, and nearby blood vessels. Heartworms are spread through the bite of an infected mosquito, so even pets that spend most of their time indoors can still be at risk.
The best way to protect your pet is with year-round heartworm prevention. Preventive medications are safe, effective, and much easier on your pet than treating heartworm disease after infection occurs. We offer monthly chewable preventions and injections that last for 6 months or even a year.
Why Prevention is Important!
Signs of heartworm disease may include
- Coughing
- Tiring easily or decreased activity
- Weight loss
- Trouble breathing
- Vomiting or decreased appetite
- Collapse in severe cases
Protect Your Pet!
We recommend regular heartworm testing and consistent prevention as part of your pet’s wellness care. Our veterinary team can help you choose the best prevention option based on your pet’s age, weight, lifestyle, and health needs.
Call us today to schedule a heartworm test or talk with our team about the best prevention plan for your dog or cat.
Veterinary Services
Below are all of the veterinary services we offer at South Arlington Animal Clinic. If you have any questions regarding our services, please feel free to call us.