Update : Petunia - Urinary Tract Infection
Took Petunia the 9 yr old Chi to the vet today since she has been vomiting and has had diarrhea for a few days. We were changing volunteer sites plus some other LIFE situations interfered, plus d...
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RoadXYZ wrote:
Also need to say that Oregon requires testing for Heartworm twice a year ... according to our vet today.
American Heartworm Society wrote:
PRIMARY DIAGNOSTIC SCREENING
Annual testing is an integral part of ensuring that prophylaxis is achieved and maintained. Should an infection be diagnosed, more timely treatment can be provided to minimize pathology and the potential
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selection of resistant sub-populations.
FDA website wrote:
Annual testing of all dogs on heartworm prevention is recommended. Talk to your dog’s veterinarian about the best time for your dog’s annual heartworm test.
American Heartworm Society
FDA - heartworm info
There are no state requirements for heartworm testing that I'm aware of. The above recommendations are the general "rules" most vets go by.
I'm glad you're getting the UTI under control and addressed.
Doug, DVM
