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					Originally Posted by EarthAngel  I have a question as to why I need to have the heartworm test done once a year when my Yorkie who is 1 yr. 5 mos. old and a Boxer who is 1 yr. old have been on it since they were able to get it?  I still have no idea why they need to get retested before getting their next prescription of Heartguard.  If anyone can tell me I'd appreciate it. | 
 
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   | No drug is 100% effective.  So it's always possible that it isn't  working for whatever reason or that the dog is split is out when going  outside, etc. | 
 
  I think some of it could be a CYA thing, too.  How many pet owners say they are giving it regularly,  but don't?