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Do I Really Need to Give My Dog Heartworm Medication?
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March 7, 2019 by Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota

Do I Really Need to Give My Dog Heartworm Medication?

Do I Really Need to Give My Dog Heartworm Medication?

Spring is here! And with spring comes heartworm season. Your vet may be encouraging you to get your dog heartworm tested, and you may be ready to start your dog on preventatives. We’ve all heard about heartworms for years and have faithfully used preventatives, but in the northern U.S., you may have yet to meet […]

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