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If my dog tests positive for Heartworms, can it be treated?

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If your dog has tested positive for Heartworms , for your dog's health and well being, prompt veterinary treatment is vital. If left untreated, heartworms can cause congestive heart failure and ultimately death. Steps must be take to both eliminate the worms and to prevent a re-infection. We perform the treatment with the most effective and safe drug currently available, "Immiticide".

My dog runs with another dog that is being treated for mange. What is it and should I be concerned?

Companion Animal Parasite Council—Frequently Asked Que...
There are several different types of mange, with the two most common types being sarcoptic mange or scabies and demodectic mange. Both are caused by tiny parasitic mites that burrow into the skin, which results in skin irritation, hair loss, and crusting or scabs forming. Sarcoptic mange is nonseasonal and can infect dogs of any age or breed. Demodectic mange is a complex issue that involves a large number of mites (Demodex canis) in the hair follicles.

Top How can I be sure my dog is being treated well?

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Ask about how the owner and staff handle different situations. We will be more than happy to discuss how we settle problems like toy disputes, mounting behavior, irritability, picking fights, accidents, and other problems. If your dog seems unhappy about coming to see us at daycare, we will discuss other options for you and your dog's peace of mind.

How is it treated?

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There are two medications that are most often prescribed to treat epilepsy, Phenobarbital and potassium bromide. These two drugs used either alone or in combination with each other control seizures in 80 to 95% of all dogs. For dogs who are not controlled with these two drugs, there are other medications that aren't as consistently helpful but may be the perfect medication for an individual dog.
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