HEARTGARD | Heartworm Disease Prevention and Treatment | Problem Areas where Heartworms Are a Serious Threat

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Heartworms Are a Serious Threat

In 2004, more than 250,000 dogs in the United States tested positive for heartworms.*

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*Estimated numbers based upon clinics reporting previous year data in both 2002 & 2005 for the AHS survey.

Important Safety Information
HEARTGARD is well tolerated. All dogs should be tested for heartworm infection before starting a preventive program. Following the use of HEARTGARD, digestive and neurological side effects have rarely been reported. For more information, contact your veterinarian or click on Product Information below.

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