I just read someones answer that Heartguard can do this. I never heard that before. The alternative of not doing heartworm prevention seems worse than a possible nuerological side effect. Is this true?
2006-09-01 12:46:01 · 6 answers · asked by LittleMermaid 5 in Pets ➔ Dogs
the breed I raise can't take Heartgard..However, they do great on Revolution..It protects against nearly all parasites..Roundworm, tapeworm, Lyme disease, West Nile, fleas ticks, ear-mites, mange, etc.... It is newer, and availble at most vets, but you may need to call around..It is a spot-on-skin liquid.
If you prefer the pill preventative, you might go for Interceptor rather than the more popular Heartgard... It is less toxic to certain breeds.
2006-09-02 18:58:49 · answer #1 · answered by Chetco 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is true, but it is EXTREMEMLY rare! The Heartgard literature mentions it. I'd rather take the risk of using Heartgard than take the risk of not. Your dog is more likely to get heartworm by not taking it than get neurological problems by taking it. The important thing is, if you see any signs of a neurological problem (regardless of what caused it), you should get your dog to the vet. Heartgard is generally more effective and more well tolerated than other preventatives. A couple others available are Revolution (topical) and Interceptor (tablet). Some breeders claim that collies and collie-mixes shouldn't take Heartgard. However, studies have proven that even those sensitive to ivermectin (active ingredient in heartgard), need a substantial overdose of the tablets to react. If you have any concern that your dog is sensitive to it, there is a test available...you just swab his cheek and send the swab in to the lab with your payment. Normal once-a-month dosing is perfectly safe for dogs that have tested negative.
2006-09-01 13:04:35 · answer #2 · answered by talented mrs v 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have not heard that. I have used Heartgard for a long time for 8 dogs and never had a problem.
2006-09-01 12:47:50 · answer #3 · answered by ARE YOUR NEWFS GELLIN'? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its a money making shmell in the old days dogs never had to take heart worm pills and they lived long lives. Its all about the money these days how to fool the people get them a buck. That goes for dentists too.
2006-09-01 12:50:52 · answer #4 · answered by musicluvr 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think you gave your dog the neurological problems, just like it's no wonder you step-son is in special ed with an ignorant, annoying step-mother like you. Poor kid. Poor dog.
2006-09-01 13:40:26 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
Maybe
2006-09-01 12:51:10 · answer #6 · answered by The Foosaaaah 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋