In Texas’s warm climate, a hidden menace threatens our pets: heartworm disease. At the Texas Coalition for Animal Protection (TCAP), we’re dedicated to raising awareness and promoting the crucial role of preventive care. Dive into our guide to equip yourself with the knowledge needed to shield your cherished pets from this invisible enemy.
The Hidden Menace of Heartworm Disease
Heartworm disease, caused by the parasite Dirofilaria immitis, is transmitted via mosquito bites. The larvae evolve into adult worms within your pet’s heart, lungs, and blood vessels. The danger of heartworm lies in its stealthy nature, often remaining undetected until it’s alarmingly advanced.
The Key to Heartworm Prevention
At TCAP, we believe that prevention is the key to safeguarding your pet’s health. Affordable and accessible heartworm prevention is a cornerstone of responsible pet ownership, and it’s crucial to keep your pets on a monthly prevention in regions like Texas where mosquito activity persists year-round.
Given the persistent mosquito activity in our region, year-round heartworm prevention is not just advisable—it’s essential. TCAP offers a variety of preventive options tailored to your pet’s needs and lifestyle, ensuring that protection is maintained in all seasons.
Heartworm Testing:
Before embarking on a preventive regimen, it’s imperative to ensure your pet is heartworm-free. TCAP provides affordable annual heartworm testing for $20 to confirm your pet’s status, allowing for the initiation of appropriate preventive measures. This test is done via a blood draw and the process usually takes about 10 minutes to get a result. If the test is Negative, we are able to proceed with filling your pet’s heartworm prescription medication either by a purchase in the clinic or through TCAP’s online pharmacy, which carries a large variety of heartworm prevention options.
Taking a Stand Against Heartworm Disease
In the fight against heartworm disease, consistency is your strongest ally. Heartworm prevention is not just a task; it’s a commitment to your pet’s well-being. At TCAP, we stand alongside you in this commitment, offering affordable and compassionate heartworm prevention with 6 months of medication starting at just $30. Visit us on a first-come-first-served basis during our walk-in vaccine hours for your pet’s annual heartworm test to get started.
Together, we can safeguard our pets from heartworm disease, ensuring they enjoy the vibrant health and joy they so richly deserve. Visit TCAP for all your pet’s heartworm prevention needs and join our community of responsible pet owners today.