Protect Your Dog with Yearly Heartworm Testing, Marc Smith, DVM, MS

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In this video, Dr. Marc Smith discusses the importance of testing for heartworms in dogs before administering heartworm prevention medications.

He covers essential information about heartworm testing and prevention for dogs, focusing on the risks of administering prevention medication without prior testing. Learn why it's critical to know your dog's heartworm status and how regular testing helps avoid potential health emergencies.

Heartworm prevention is essential, but there are rare cases where administering prevention to a dog with an existing heartworm infection can lead to severe health complications or even death.

He’ll explain how testing helps protect your dog and why it's important to stay flexible but consistent with annual heartworm testing.

Key Takeaways:
Why heartworm prevention can be dangerous for dogs with existing infections

The role of microfilariae in heartworm infection and how prevention medications impact them

The potential risks of catastrophic events, such as shock and liver problems, from improperly administering heartworm prevention

Why testing for heartworms once a year is recommended for optimal safety

How we balance flexibility with the importance of testing, allowing dog owners to make informed decisions

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Dr. Smith specializes in Eastern, alternative, and standard veterinary practices, offering affordable and effective solutions for pets while actively involving pet owners in treatment decisions.

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