[BellaBlue82]

Originally Posted by bonbon

I would ask your vet these questions. Please, don't ever be afraid to ask vets questions - you know your pup better than anyone and it is your right and your responsibility to make sure they get the best care possible. Usually, though they can start flea/tick protection at several weeks of age. My vet started my pups on heartworm meds at 5-6 months old, any older than this and they'll need to be tested before they can start the meds. And yes, in my area we definitely have to keep our pets on these preventatives all the time - it doesn't take but a split second for an insect to bite an infect them. We even have to keep them on HW meds during the winter. This all varies depending on what part of the country you live in and the risks there.

I don't think that my cost is too, bad. But, you live in a different area of the country so be prepared for your costs to be higher.

Did you get insurance on your pup yet? Who did you go with?

No I haven't made any decisions yet... I'm kindof leaning towards just saving my own money each month in case anything happens, but I'm going to check around online at the cost of different insurances though, just to get an idea. I just forgot to ask the vet about these meds only because I bombarded her with 1000 other questions! When I take her back for her rabies shot I will definitely inquire about the rest!