In our region we do recommend using flea and heartworm prevention year round. Unfortunately, it does not get cold enough in Georgia to make a dent in the flea or mosquito population. Flea and heartworm prevention are necessary for your pet every 30 days. Listed below are the products our clinic offers for flea and heartworm prevention. Each product is different. Let us help you find what will work best for your pet!
Oral Prevention
Heartgard
Heartgard is an oral medication that should be given every 30 days, year round, for the prevention of heartworms and intestinal parasites.
Trifexis
Trifexis is an oral medication that should be given every 30 days, year round, for the prevention of heartworms, fleas, and intestinal parasites. This medication does not prevent ticks.
Nexgard
Nexgard is an oral medication that should be given every 30 days, year round, for the prevention and control of fleas and ticks. This medication should be given with a meal.
Topical Applications
FRONTLINE GOLD
Frontline Gold is a flea and tick preventative that is placed directly on the pet’s skin, between their shoulder blades. Flea and tick preventative should be administered every 30 days, year round.
Revolution
Revolution is a flea, heartworm, and intestinal parasite preventative that is placed directly on the pet’s skin, between the shoulder blades. Flea and heartworm preventative should be administered every 30 days, year round.