We understand the critical importance of parasite prevention and control in maintaining the health and well-being of your pets. Parasites such as fleas, ticks, and worms are not just nuisances; they pose serious health risks, transmitting diseases that can be harmful and even fatal.
The Risks of Parasites
Fleas
Can transmit tapeworms and cause severe dermatitis and anemia.
Ticks
Responsible for transmitting diseases such as Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever.
Mosquitoes
The primary vectors for deadly heartworm disease, which can lead to severe lung disease, heart failure, organ damage, and death in pets.
Intestinal Worms
Can cause weight loss, diarrhea, and overall poor health. In extreme cases, intestinal worms can also cause death.
Our Approach to Parasite Control
Comprehensive Testing
Regular vet exams and parasite testing are crucial for early detection and effective management of parasitic infections.
Personalized Treatment Plans
We offer customized treatment plans tailored to your pet’s specific needs and environmental risks
Education and Awareness
We educate pet owners on the signs of parasitic infections and the importance of regular preventive measures.
Recommended Preventive Medications
- Heartgard: An essential medication for the prevention of heartworm disease. Heartgard is administered monthly and is effective at preventing heartworm infections.
- Nexgard: The top choice for controlling fleas and ticks. Nexgard is a monthly chewable that not only kills fleas and ticks effectively but also prevents infestations.
- Nexgard Plus for Canines: The latest in canine parasite prevention, Nexgard Plus offers the same reliable protection against fleas and ticks while also treating and controlling intestinal worms and heartworms. .
- Nexgard Combo for Felines: Specifically designed for cats, Nexgard Combo provides comprehensive protection by targeting fleas, ticks, and common intestinal worms, and also offers prevention against heartworms.
Why Prevention is Key
- Protect Your Pet: Preventive medications like Heartgard, Nexgard, Nexgard Plus, and Nexgard Combo are crucial in protecting your pet from the serious health risks posed by parasites.
- Protect Your Family: By controlling these parasites, you also reduce the risk of human members of your household contracting diseases carried by fleas and ticks.
- Ease and Convenience: Monthly preventives are easy to administer and offer peace of mind knowing your pet is protected.
- Save money: Keeping your pets on year round flea/tick/and heartworm prevention saves money in the long run by avoiding heartworm disease which is costly to treat as well as a flea infestation in your home.
Developing a Comprehensive Parasite Control Plan
- Testing Schedule: We will establish a testing schedule to monitor for any signs of parasitic infection, ensuring timely treatment and control.
- Signs to Watch For: Our team will guide you on what symptoms to look out for at home, such as scratching, biting, or any abnormalities in your pet’s behavior or appearance. However, there are no early symptoms of heartworm infestations until permanent damage is already done to your pet’s heart.
- Treatment Options: If parasites are detected, we provide effective treatment options to quickly eliminate them and restore your pet’s health.
- Ongoing Prevention: We will discuss and recommend ongoing preventive measures to protect your pet year-round from the threat of parasites.
Contact Us
Don’t let parasites threaten the health and happiness of your pet. Contact us today to learn more about our parasite prevention and control services and how we can help keep your pet healthy and parasite-free.
“Enriching the human-animal bond through quality medicine and client education.”
Aztec Pet Hospital
104 W. FM 2410 RD
Harker Heights, TX 76548
Phone: (254) 699-6725
Email: office@aztecpethospital.com