Fleas
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Ticks
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Heartworm
What is a Heartworm/Tick Disease Test? (a.k.a 4DX Test) |
- A test we preform in clinic with your dog, this test requires a very small blood sample be taken from your four-legged family member to run. This test will check your dog for heartworm infection as well as 5 tick borne diseases including Lyme Disease.
- Appointments for this test can be scheduled with one of our Veterinary Technicians. The appointments take 10-15 minutes and you will leave knowing your pet's results and with your pet's prevention prescription.
- This test is recommended yearly as Ingersoll is a tick hotspot
- This test is required as per the manufacturers prescription prevention policy - this means that prior to being able to dispense your pet's prescription heartworm medication we need your dog to have had a 4DX test, or the Heartworm Waiver signed and returned to our office. This waiver simply states that you understand the company requires testing prior to our Doctor dispensing your pet's prescription and because the test is not being done the company will not be held responsible or cover the costs of treatment if you dog were to test positive for Heartworm Infection in the future.
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What Prevention Should I Choose for My Dog
How To Remove A Tick From Your Pet
Not Sure what species the tick is? Not to worry, you can submit a photo for identification!
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