Heartworm medications, treatment and control in the news

This page includes news articles from Google which have been tagged as being about heartworm treatment and control medications. Heartworm medications is not something that is constantly in the news so at times there may not be very many articles about the subjects of heartworm or the medications used to control it. One of the reasons for this is that this is a relatively slow moving industry because of the huge costs which the drug companies must spend to come up with a new heartworm control medications for pets dogs (and cats!).

In some senses, the less that heartworm control medications are in the news the better. We really only want them to quietly go on doing the job that they were designed for, namely successfully controlling heartworm disease in our pets.


New Orleans plays host to 7000 animal experts
WWL, LA - 19 hours ago
That's because of the mosquito problem in Southeast Louisiana and not enough pet owners using once-a-month heartworm prevention medication. ...


The poop on doggie-do etiquette
The Gazette (Montreal), Canada - 11 hours ago
... gain control. Watch the DVD that comes with the Gentle Leader so you know how to use it." Q: You've written about the importance of heartworm medication ...


Economy’s hardships intrude upon Humane Society
Lawrence Journal World, KS - Jul 20, 2008
Or maybe a box of Sentinel or Heartgard heartworm medication, any size? Can you join our Litter for Critters club? An annual donation of $160 keeps us ...


Summer Care Tips for You and Your Pets
Providence Eyewitness News, RI - Jul 18, 2008
Check with your veterinarian to see if your pets should be taking heartworm prevention medication. Heartworm disease, which is transmitted by mosquitoes, ...


Newly Arrived Pet Hints
Washington Post, United States - Jul 18, 2008
Vet experts say a dog should have a checkup, a heartworm blood test and shots annually. If your dog is sick or has an accident, take it to the vet ASAP! ...


Dog Summer Bummer Diseases
KREN CW 27 TV, NV - Jul 9, 2008
Prevention Heartworm is easily prevented through topical medication or a monthly pill, says Dr. Rubin. While some pet owners dispense the medication just ...


Beware: Deadly Animal Is Lurking Here
Tampa Tribune, FL - Jun 24, 2008
Dog heartworm, which is transmitted by mosquitoes, is very common in our area, so preventative medication for your dog is highly recommended. ...


Recalled Heartworm Drug Back On The Market
CBS2 Chicago, IL - Jun 23, 2008
Four years ago, a heartworm medication called "ProHeart 6" was taken off the market, following a report by the CBS 2 Investigators about its apparent ...


Should dog owners give vaccines?
Culpeper Star Exponent, VA - Jun 28, 2008
However, the FDA still clearly feels this medication requires additional concern and caution that are not factors with other heartworm prevention options. ...


Take care of your pets on hot summer days
Visalia Times-Delta, CA - Jul 12, 2008
Consult your veterinarian about heartworm testing and preventative medication. Even good swimmers can drown if unable to get out of a pool or stream, ...

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