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A New Puppy – A New Member of the Family
Caring for a new puppy can be a challenge, but nothing compares to the love and affection a puppy will bring into your life. And remember, you've got a professional on your side: Your veterinarian is there to help answer questions about your puppy's health, including:
- Prevention against heartworm disease and treating and controlling roundworms and hookworms
- Vaccinations against rabies, distemper, parvovirus, hepatitis and other diseases
- Monthly treatment for external parasites such as fleas and ticks
- Normal puppy behavior such as chewing, playing and sleeping
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Heartworms, transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito, can be deadly to puppies. In addition, many puppies are born with roundworms and are also extremely susceptible to hookworms, which can be transmitted through their mother's milk.
Infection by any of these worms can be dangerous. They can cause your pet to have a dull coat, vomit, diarrhea, and have a pot-bellied appearance or noticeable weight loss. Severe infections may lead to serious disease, or even death.
Ask your veterinarian about HEARTGARD® Plus (ivermectin/pyrantel), the only product that comes in a Real-Beef Chewable that treats and controls hookworms and roundworms, while preventing heartworm disease. Puppies can start taking HEARTGARD Plus as early as at six weeks of age.
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. |