Heartworm Testing, Prevention, And Treatment Vet Philadelphia

A dog may live for months or even years infested with Heartworms, but without treatment, they are always fatal. Additionally, if the dog does receive treatment, the damage already done at the time of the treatment will remain. The quality and quantity of life after treatment depends upon the number of worms present and the damage they have already caused at the time of treatment. If the number of heartworms is few, and the damage they have caused is minor, then a dog can live for a normal lifespan and will be less impacted by treatment. On the other hand, dogs with more extensive pre-treatment damage may need medication for the rest of their lives.