Protect your dog from heartworms by giving Heartguard on a regular basis

There are many different forms of the Heartguard heartworm medications.  All of these are available over the counter, so there is no need for a prescription.  You don't have to buy your Heartguard from your veterinarian, in fact you can probably find it cheaper online from a pet pharmacy.

For this article we will focus on the benefits of standard Heartguard in the tablet form.  This medicaiton is labeled for the prevention of heartworm disease.  This disease is 100% preventable today using these tablets.  Since you only have to give your pet one tablet a month, there should be no excuse for you not to keep your dog healthy.

Protect Your Dog from Heartworms with Heartguard

Heartguard tablets are primarily used in pets that have an allergy to beef which is a rare condition that affects some dog and cats.  These tablets have a wide margin of safety for all sizes and breeds of dogs, from puppies to pregnant animals - they can all be given this heartworm prevention tablet.

The tablets are available for three weight ranges, so that all dog sizes are covered.  If you have a really big dog, you might have to give two tablets so the dose works out right, there are full instructions on the box.  All dogs should be tested for heartworm infection before beginning a preventative program with Heartguard.