I recently put in an application for Peppi, he is a dorkie (doxie/yorkie mix) and found out that he was recently tested for HW and it came back positive. I would like some opinions/ feedback on what I should do and if this will affect my dog, Gizmo in anyway. Here is the email that the lady sent me from the shelter, and Peppi's profile:
Petfinder Adoptable Dog | Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie | Rochester, NY | Peppi I rec'd your application today - and would like to give you a brief background on Peppi -
He was taken to the shelter because the owner could not keep any longer. My shelter contacts called me and asked if I would take him - I said yes. While awaiting transport to Duffy's he went to the vet and rec'd his health exam and heartworm test. He tested positive for heartworm. I could not leave him behind to die and said to send him anyways.
My personal vet and Duffy's vet is Dr. Edwards. The good news is that he is being treateid for heartworm on July 26th by our animal hospital. We could not place him in your home until 14 days after his treatment. The good news is that you will have the ability to speak to Dr. Littman at Brockport about him if you are still interested. He will be doing the blood work, x-ray and finally the injections to kill the heartworm. The heartworm treatment is painful and that is the reason they stay at the hospital while undergoing such treatment.
Think about, research it and let me know if you are still interested... I know this is going to sound very mild but its not a big deal AS LONG as you get it early and treat it.
Most of the rescues coming from the south have this challenge... the good news is you already know he is treated for it and have your own vet on hand to give his opinion to you as he treats the dog.
The heartworm treatment is included in his adoption fee - we don't raise the price just because he is positive. The fee for adoption is $250.00 and includes neuter, heartworm test (which was positive) heartworm treatment, rabies, distemper, worming, flea protection for the month. I will guarantee him negative and stand behind his final heartworm test in 60 days.
He is a nice dog and deserved to be rescued and to live the life we provide for our dogs here in the north
Best,
Lori