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Prevent Heartworm And Fleas With
Dog Heartworm Sentinel
Dog heartworm Sentinel is a heartworm treatment that can be
used once a month to prevent heartworm infestations. This treatment
will not be effective if it is used against adult heartworms, so if
you suspect that your dog already has heartworms, you should go to
your vet immediately.
Sentinel is a very similar treatment to Interceptor, although there
are a few key differences. Sentinel is not for use on cats. Although
Interceptor can be used for cats without any ill effects, Sentinel
is not marketed for cats and may not be safe. Additionally, Sentinel
offers protection against fleas, which is different from the other
heartworm medications on the market. If you're worried about fleas
and other worms in addition to heartworm, then Sentinel is a good
treatment for your dog. You can prevent or treat heartworms,
hookworms, fleas, roundworms and whipworms.
Sentinel comes in packages with either six or twelve treatments to
be given once a month. The different colored boxes contain different
dosage sizes. While you can find out what size of dog the doses are
intended for by reading the boxes, you should always have your vet
give dose recommendations.
Your vet can write a Sentinel prescription for you.
You will need to get a prescription from your veterinarian in order
to purchase Sentinel. Once you have that prescription, however, you
can buy Sentinel at almost any pet store. Although it may seem like
extra work to go to a vet in order to get a prescription for a
heartworm preventative, you should keep in mind that this medication
works differently depending on the breed of dog that you have.
Collie owners, for example, should be wary of using once monthly
heartworm medications. Collies have been known to have bad reactions
to some heartworm medications, so you should purchase the daily
heartworm preventatives instead.
You have a few options if you are looking to buy Sentinel. Some
veterinarians will stock the product, and you may be able to buy
some from your vet. If you are worried about prices, there are
several other options available to you. Most pet stores will sell
Sentinel and other once-monthly heartworm treatments at lower
prices.
You can also buy Sentinel or other heartworm medications online at
discounted prices. In any case, buying Sentinel is much cheaper in
the long run, and much healthier for your dog than risking heartworm
would be.
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