April is Heartworm Awareness Month! Heartworms can cause devastating damage to your dog, but they're one of the easiest things to prevent. No matter where you are or what time of year it is, one of the best decisions you can make is getting your dog on heartworm prevention. Heartworm meds can only be effective if you remember to administer them! Set a reminder on your phone to give your dog their meds. And while you're at it, text your friends to remind them too! Heartworms are transmitted by MOSQUITOS. An infected dog CANNOT pass worms to another dog -- not through blood, feces or anything else. Heart worms are real worms that grow inside your dog. It's painful and potentially deadly, and treament can cost thousands of dollars. Here's the GOOD news: You can prevent heart worms with a low-cost monthly prevention. Talk to your vet if you haven't already! Heartworms can do lasting and eventually fatal damage to vital organs Dogs are surrendered to shelters DAILY by heartbroken families who can't afford treatment. Some folks only give preventatives when the weather is warm, but the truth is that mosquitos carry this disease year-round. Please don’t gamble on your pet’s health!
When it comes to your pet's health, many factors are out of your control. Heartworm disease isn't one of them! Take a simple step to prevent major heartache in the future. Talk to your vet about heartworm prevention today!
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