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ChantalB 01-21-2010 07:03 AM
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Originally Posted by Mardelin (Post 2965641)
Actually, if you discuss this with your vet, you'll find the meds should be given every 45 days, but instructions are every 30 days being easier to remember. So, you have a 15 day grace period.
I give it to mines every 6 weeks (9 months a years).

BonBon 01-21-2010 07:47 AM
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Originally Posted by Mardelin (Post 2965129)
When living in Texas and it was necessary for heartworm meds I used Computer Calander.....that was the first thing that popped on when I turned on the computer. Programmed it as a recurring monthly appointment.....every 30 days. Dependent on the heartworm med you use you have a 15 day leaway......
That's what I do.

MaxwellHouse 01-21-2010 08:31 AM
I started the series for Maxwell on the day of the month I was born. 9th. So every month on the 9th, there you go. With my other dog it was tax day, so he got his on the 15th for 13 years.

Denzilla 01-21-2010 08:36 AM
I usually give it the 27th of every month.( Toby's B-Day ) I have forgotten a couple of times for a few days. I like the cell phone reminder idea.

Mom to Hot Rod 01-21-2010 09:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Mardelin (Post 2965641)
Actually, if you discuss this with your vet, you'll find the meds should be given every 45 days, but instructions are every 30 days being easier to remember. So, you have a 15 day grace period.
That is good to know... I'm going to call the vet's office in a little bit and see what they say about the possible missed dosage situation. Thanks!

Judy in Waco 01-21-2010 09:59 AM
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Originally Posted by Mom to Hot Rod (Post 2965818)
That is good to know... I'm going to call the vet's office in a little bit and see what they say about the possible missed dosage situation. Thanks!

They told me that one month missed from time to time is no biggie unless you are in a high risk area (like parts of Texas).

I did THAT too often and then missed three months in a row! :eek: Like I said....I'm mad at myself

Ellie May 01-21-2010 10:21 AM
Proheart 6 is back on the market.
They changed something about it and it is said to be much safer.
I still personally wouldn't even consider giving it to Ellie.

chloesMama 01-21-2010 10:40 AM
I have to tape the pill to the calander or I will forget. Those little stickers just get lost in all the other event stickers and writing I have on our calander :rolleyes::)

lysiane_souris 01-21-2010 12:51 PM
hmmm heartworm prevantative? I don't want to sound like a bad mom but I have never given that to Bailey before? Should I start now. is it bad that I have never had a dog who took monthly meds for this?? I feel horrible?

Ellie May 01-21-2010 02:09 PM
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Originally Posted by lysiane_souris (Post 2966141)
hmmm heartworm prevantative? I don't want to sound like a bad mom but I have never given that to Bailey before? Should I start now. is it bad that I have never had a dog who took monthly meds for this?? I feel horrible?
Heartworms aren't a problem in some areas. I would look it up though (should show a map for Canada). If heartworms are an issue at all where you are, then you should absolutely use preventative in my opinion. You aren't a bad mom at all. :)

RoscoesMommy42 01-21-2010 02:46 PM
Ok, I am a little FREAKED out now!! I took Chloe to the vet today to get a check since I just got her and they did a heartworm test and gave her a 6 month hearworm shot!!! Now I am reading the stuff that is on here about it!!!!

lysiane_souris 01-21-2010 03:33 PM
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Originally Posted by Ellie May (Post 2966265)
Heartworms aren't a problem in some areas. I would look it up though (should show a map for Canada). If heartworms are an issue at all where you are, then you should absolutely use preventative in my opinion. You aren't a bad mom at all. :)

I did some research and Alberta has to much extreme weather to carry it apperently...YAY I am relief...Thank you for your help!!:)


Do we have heartworm in Canada?
Yes. Heartworm occurs in warmer regions, where summer temperatures are high enough for the worm larvae to survive inside the carrier mosquitoes. The high-risk areas in Canada are southern Ontario, southern Quebec Manitoba, and the Okanagan in British Columbia. Heartworm is also found in most states in the US. Although it is not absolutely certain, it appears that heartworms are unable to survive at prevailing temperatures in Alberta and Saskatchewan. A few cases are diagnosed in these provinces every year, but to date they have all been dogs that have visited or lived in heartworm risk areas.

Judy in Waco 01-21-2010 03:40 PM
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Originally Posted by RoscoesMommy42 (Post 2966312)
Ok, I am a little FREAKED out now!! I took Chloe to the vet today to get a check since I just got her and they did a heartworm test and gave her a 6 month hearworm shot!!! Now I am reading the stuff that is on here about it!!!!
Just watch her for any reaction, but I'm sure she'll be fine. Don't worry too much. At least you don't need to worry about it for awhile. ;)

Judy in Waco 01-21-2010 03:43 PM
Update :)
 
Yay! NO heartworms!! The tests were negative!! Happy Dance!! :D

They are on Iverhart Plus and I am taping the pills to a calendar, setting up with a reminder email service, programming it into outlook AND my blackberry!!

That should do it!! :thumbup: (If I don't remember it now, then I need to have a full time nurse or something. :rolleyes:)

BanditSocks2 01-21-2010 03:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Armani Alexis (Post 2965124)
I like the cell phone idea...I do it the first day of every month.
exactly what i do:) i know they had this thing for the birth control pill where you keep the pills in the little tin and set the timer and it goes off to remind you. That would probably work too!

orlnurse 01-21-2010 05:13 PM
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Originally Posted by Judy in Waco (Post 2965113)
How do you remember to give your pups the once-a-month heartworm preventative? :confused:

I messed up big time, and now Gizmo and Kandi have to have the heartworm test before they can start taking the preventative again. Oh man!:( I'm so mad at myself.

The vet's assistant says that she actually tapes the pill to the calendar. That sounded interesting. It comes in a blister pack, so it would still be wrapped.

How do you remember???
The 1st of every month..no forgetting.

Godislove 01-26-2010 02:48 PM
I count 30 days from the dose and mark it on my calendar. I get ones with big squares. Mine is in a blister pack but each one is not individually wrapped. Besides, my calendar would sure hang funny if I did. CALENDARS for all things. Flea med.s, last bath, vet visits, etc.

Poochieheaven 01-26-2010 03:24 PM
I also have a reminder on my cell phone.

Judy in Waco 03-10-2011 08:51 AM
Update
 
Update***I just wanted to let everyone know that taping the actual pill containers to the calendar page has worked very well for me for over a year now. My technology has a tendency to change too often, and I forget to put it on the new phone, etc...

I also thought this might remind some of those who give it seasonally to check your calendars. Heartworms can be deadly with our little ones. Take care!

-Judy

lexi43 03-10-2011 08:59 AM
I put the heart stickies that come with the heart worm med on my calendar.

Rhetts_mama 03-10-2011 09:14 AM
I would be afraid of the pills falling off the calendar and on to the floor. What works for me is I do it the 1st of the month. Pay mortgage/give heart worm med.

Sammy Mommy 03-10-2011 09:44 AM
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Originally Posted by lexi43 (Post 3457608)
I put the heart stickies that come with the heart worm med on my calendar.
I do the same thing. Then after Sam has his pill I put an X on the sticker with a marker so I know that I gave him his pill.

LDMomma 03-10-2011 09:54 AM
I have a separate calendar with all the due dates written into it. I have their heartguard/flea due dates, vax/exam due dates, and anything else relating to them. It's in their calendar from their insurance company.

Godislove 03-10-2011 10:02 AM
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Originally Posted by Sammy Mommy (Post 3457651)
I do the same thing. Then after Sam has his pill I put an X on the sticker with a marker so I know that I gave him his pill.
That's exactly what I used to do.

But now I get K9 Advantix online at 1800Petmeds.com. It costs less, 6 month $70.00, just as good quality wise and it has the worm meds in with it. Saves a lot of money not having to buy the Heartguard also. His heart worm checks are always fine.
Just some FYI.

chandracz 03-10-2011 10:12 AM
I set an alert on my phone calendar so it reminds to give Bailey his.

Gatord 03-10-2011 10:27 AM
I use the phone for reminder and the calendar I hand write it in. I use the Advantage multi. When we had another dog, he was Heart guard and I used the stickers that come in the pack.

yorkietalkjilly 03-10-2011 10:35 AM
I live only by the good graces of my Appointment Book! I use those sticky reminders that come with the medication in my Appointment Book and a yellow sticky note on the frig as the day nears. I have still gone over.

jojomima 03-10-2011 10:45 AM
We simply do it on the 1st of each month for all 3 dogs.

KazzyK810 03-10-2011 11:05 AM
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Originally Posted by Rhetts_mama (Post 3457626)
Pay mortgage/give heart worm med.
ha! that is exactly how I remember to give it :)

yorkietalkjilly 03-10-2011 11:12 AM
Tibbe started his at the middle of the month so I can't get on the 1st of the month schedule without skipping 2 weeks.


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