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Sent to Pet Experts August 01, 2006 11:57 a.m.

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Hey,
I am freakin out! I have forgotten to give my dog his heartworm medicine!!!! I think it has been months (3?)!!! What should i do? He had a bad case of it when I first adopted him and had to do multiple treatments, which is worrying me even more!!! I remember my last talk with my vet, she said it is bad for the dog to be on it and off of it! Please help!!! thanks!!!!

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Age: 3; Male; Breed: Doberman

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August 01, 2006 12:01 p.m. (3 minutes and 47 seconds later)

REPLIED

Go ahead and give it to him today, as long as it has not been more than 3 months since his last dose. The medication actually "reaches back" 2-3 months.

So, give it today and then test for heartworms at your next vet visit.

Let me know if you need more help!

Tammy F. -- Pet Care Expert -- 99% Positive Feedback on 5042 Pet Accepts
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Reply to Tammy Falkner
Sent August 01, 2006 12:04 p.m. (3 minutes and 0 seconds later)

okay, you make me feel better at least! it's okay even it is closer to 4 months??? I just want to make sure! sorry! i have the box at home and i have the date that i last gave it to him written on it! i just don't want to make him sickie!!! :( I am such an idiot!
Thanks sooooo much!

~Carolynn

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August 01, 2006 12:05 p.m. (1 minute and 47 seconds later)

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As long as it has not been MORE THAN 4 months, you can give the meds.

Tammy F. -- Pet Care Expert -- 99% Positive Feedback on 5042 Pet Accepts
15+ years-Pet care, Veterinary shelter medicine and infectious disease, Behavior training, Rescue

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