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Warm weather is finally here, and as the temperatures rise across the country, a lot more ticks will be upon us – and our pets!...
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From the moment you walk in the door, you and your pet will feel a sense of connection that is comforting and relaxing....
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Welcome to Duxbury Animal Hospital, where our talented and compassionate doctors are dedicated to providing the best care for the life....
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Spring brings blooming flowers and warmer weather, and unfortunately, allergens can make this beautiful season challenging for our pups....
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Dog heartworm is a dreaded diagnosis that can mean extreme discomfort for your dog, but it’s also a disease that is highly preventable....
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The number of treatments depends on the cat....
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Yes, heartworm disease can cause heart problems, including congestive heart failure, which can lead to death.
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No, unfortunately, the treatment will not cure your cat of heartworm disease.
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During the veterinary visit, we will discuss medications to control the inflammation and try to prevent clotting in the patient.
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Not that we recommend.
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Keep water moving in your cat's environment. Avoid stagnant water....
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There are a couple of different methods for preventing heartworm in cats. We have an oral chewable, and there's also a topical medication.
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No, heartworms are not visible in cats. They stay strictly in the heart or the lungs.
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No, a cat is not the normal host for the heartworm, so it is not possible for them to transmit....
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Unfortunately, prevention cannot be used to clear a heartworm infection in cats.
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Cats with heartworms may show signs such as coughing, lethargy, lack of appetite, and even potentially sudden death.
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Make sure that they're being treated and try to decrease their risk for coming in contact with mosquitoes....
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Unfortunately, there's no treatment available for cat heartworm.
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