There are many very good products available today for the prevention and treatment of heartworm, fleas, ticks and internal parasites and more are being introduced regularly. Most of these products are very safe and effective but not all are.

These are chemicals that if not carefully and regulated under strict guidelines can be dangerous and even fatal to your pet. Fortunately, those manufactured in the United States are safe and are regulated by the FDA. Some products that can be purchased over the counter without a veterinary prescription are manufactured outside the United States and are not regulated as closely or as strictly. This is not to say that all foreign manufactured products are unsafe or ineffective, but many are. The price can be very attractive but you usually get what you pay for.

 In addition, when purchased through a licensed veterinarian or veterinary online pharmacy there is a guarantee by the manufacturer which pays for the cost of treatment of any of the preventable diseases referred to on the label as long as the product is used as directed. The guarantee also covers any illness or reaction caused by the product. When used correctly reactions and product failure is extremely rare.

Please consult your veterinarian before purchasing any product with which you are not familiar. Your veterinarian is the best source of knowledge and will recommend what’s best and safest for your pet.