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Ellie May · 05-07-2012, 04:47 AM

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Originally Posted by tem_sat

Where are those who are giving Interceptor getting it? I had to go with Heartgard due to Interceptor being unavailable for purchase at Drs. Foster and Smith.

We stocked up at the beginning of his whole Novartis thing.

tem_sat · 05-07-2012, 05:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Ellie May

We stocked up at the beginning of his whole Novartis thing.

Very smart of you! I should have done the same.

bamawife · 05-19-2012, 07:07 PM

Heartgard Plus for heartworm and Comfortis for fleas!

Chenza · 05-23-2012, 09:53 AM

My little dog had a reaction to advantix, and I used used 1/2 tube.
She is 4.6 lbs. Anyone use something on a tiny one without problems?

Monchien · 05-25-2012, 02:36 PM

We were using Interceptor until the whole Novartis thing started. Speaking of which, does anyone know when it might be coming back in? The vet's office is saying that it might go as far as the end of this year, but they don't seem to have a clear answer for us.

Our Liselle is currently on Heartgard plus, but it doesn't do worms like Interceptor did. The vet suggested Trifexis, but it's pricier at the vet's place so we've been looking around online. Has anyone tried this place? We've never shopped for medications online before but our vet's pricing for meds really doesn't make my wallet very chummy. Maybe I should just switch vets...

OwnedByJezebel · 05-25-2012, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Monchien

We were using Interceptor until the whole Novartis thing started. Speaking of which, does anyone know when it might be coming back in? The vet's office is saying that it might go as far as the end of this year, but they don't seem to have a clear answer for us.

Our Liselle is currently on Heartgard plus, but it doesn't do worms like Interceptor did. The vet suggested Trifexis, but it's pricier at the vet's place so we've been looking around online. Has anyone tried this place? We've never shopped for medications online before but our vet's pricing for meds really doesn't make my wallet very chummy. Maybe I should just switch vets...

Those prices look pretty good compared to what I paid, but I can't vouch for the website, I've never dealt with them. If you go to the Trifexis website, you can also fine a rebate form, so that will help some also.

Katharine · 05-25-2012, 07:01 PM

I use Revolution on my two and it works great, the only thing my vet said was that revolution does not deter Deer Ticks...so we watch for this ....but otherwise I love using this product, my yorkies do not have problems with it

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ladyjane · 05-25-2012, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by My lil friend

We use Hartguard Plus. Everyone gets half one morning and the other half the next morning. I started doing this because one of my poodles began not feeling well after getting the whole thing all at once. This seems to work so far.
I use Frontline but I dont put the entire vile on my yorkie,she share it with the pom. Both weigh between 6 - 7 lbs. So far I have found 1 flea this season and noone had Frontline on them at the time. I usually only put flea protection on if we are going out of town and they are traveling with us. I still do a nightly search for the little critters.

Make sure that when you cut them in half, you mark the other half with that pup's name. The preventative is not dispersed evenly in the Heartgard, so you have to make sure the entire amount is given.
If you give a pup 1/2 of one, make sure the other half is dedicated to that pup so that you are sure he/she got the entire amount. It is possible that you could give 1/2 and there not be much preventative in that half. Then, if you gave 1/2 of a different one the next day the same thing could happen and he/she not get the proper dose.
I hope this makes sense....

fufufashions · 05-25-2012, 08:16 PM

My girls get Revolution every month year round. They have never had a problem or a reaction. I like it because it is dosed closer to their weights. I have a 3 pounder so she gets the 1-5 lbs. dose.

yorkietalkjilly · 05-25-2012, 08:19 PM

Is 800 PetMeds trustworthy for buying Hartguard Plus, if they have it?

BarbaraM · 05-26-2012, 10:57 AM

My daughter used 800 many, many times with great results and no complaints. It has been awhile, tho. We have BOTH removed as much chemical interference in our pets and rely on more natural remedies for flee/tick/etc.

For the yard I use MOSQUITO BARRIER. Yes, it has garlic in it - but I have NOT noticed the dogs constantly licking the grass in order to ingest a dangerous or troublesome amount. The bugs are non existent immediately and the yard smelling like bread stix from olive garden isn't too terrible.

I do worry about heartworm. I have had them checked and they are negative. I was given Heartguard and it has remained in the cabinet.

I am one that feels medicines are temporary-and sometimes necessary. I also feel they are way overused on animals AND humans and the results are devastating. I found a very nice oil from Dr. Mercola to use on them if we find ourselves off the beaten path, just in case. I do use it on the underside of their bedding after washing, too. smells wonderful. (just do not get into eyes).

I am for this as well: Nature's Sunshine Heartworm Prevention - Dog Health Report - Dog Care - Dog Health Problems Solved!

ladyjane · 05-26-2012, 12:28 PM

There is no way I would ever use homeopathic heartworm preventatives. That is like playing with fire in my opinion. There is no research that has proven that these work.

Heartworms can kill a pup as can the treatment for heartworms. Better to prevent them!

American Heartworm Society

yorkietalkjilly · 05-26-2012, 12:33 PM

Well, gulp, I just ordered Hartguard Plus for Tibbe. He's always done well on the Interceptor but since we can't get anymore.........

mscat · 05-26-2012, 12:43 PM

my two are on Sentinel, their is a problem with mosquitoes in my area now that we have moved, so they were both tested and the results were negative for parasites and heartworm. They each take a pill once a month and so far their have been no problems. I can only get the medication from our vet and a 12 month packwas $134.00 , so every 6 months I need to go back for anther RX. it goes by weight also, and I saw they were going to give them the 11 pounds one and up, I told them my dogs are not 11 pounds , so they gave me the 10 pounds and under, which made me feel 100% better

dredges · 05-26-2012, 12:46 PM

do you guys feel that you really need to give these meds every month or is that just a vet ploy for more $$$, anyone done any research on just giving them in the summer months or waiting longer than 30 days?

05-19-2012, 07:07 PM	#18
bamawife YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Alabama Posts: 592	Heartgard Plus for heartworm and Comfortis for fleas! __________________ Meg, Mom to Raley megraley.scentsy.us

05-23-2012, 09:53 AM	#19
Chenza YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Pittsboro, NC USA Posts: 6	Fleas My little dog had a reaction to advantix, and I used used 1/2 tube. She is 4.6 lbs. Anyone use something on a tiny one without problems?

05-25-2012, 07:01 PM	#22
Katharine Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Pennsylvaina Posts: 120	I use Revolution on my two and it works great, the only thing my vet said was that revolution does not deter Deer Ticks...so we watch for this ....but otherwise I love using this product, my yorkies do not have problems with it ) __________________ LIFE will be a WonderFul Adventure with Murphy by my side

05-25-2012, 08:16 PM	#24
fufufashions LEADER OF MyPACK Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Sugar Land Texas Posts: 3,978	My girls get Revolution every month year round. They have never had a problem or a reaction. I like it because it is dosed closer to their weights. I have a 3 pounder so she gets the 1-5 lbs. dose. __________________ Linda FuFuFashions & Healthy Dog & Cat Food and Treats2hearts2: FACEBOOK

05-25-2012, 08:19 PM	#25
yorkietalkjilly ♥ Love My Tibbe! ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: D/FW, Texas Posts: 22,140	Is 800 PetMeds trustworthy for buying Hartguard Plus, if they have it? __________________ Jeanie and Tibbe One must do the best one can. You may get some marks for a very imperfect answer: you will certainly get none for leaving the question alone. C. S. Lewis

05-25-2012, 02:36 PM	#20
Monchien YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: May 2012 Location: CA Posts: 2	We were using Interceptor until the whole Novartis thing started. Speaking of which, does anyone know when it might be coming back in? The vet's office is saying that it might go as far as the end of this year, but they don't seem to have a clear answer for us. Our Liselle is currently on Heartgard plus, but it doesn't do worms like Interceptor did. The vet suggested Trifexis, but it's pricier at the vet's place so we've been looking around online. Has anyone tried this place? We've never shopped for medications online before but our vet's pricing for meds really doesn't make my wallet very chummy. Maybe I should just switch vets...

05-26-2012, 10:57 AM	#26
BarbaraM Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: chicagoland Posts: 209	My daughter used 800 many, many times with great results and no complaints. It has been awhile, tho. We have BOTH removed as much chemical interference in our pets and rely on more natural remedies for flee/tick/etc. For the yard I use MOSQUITO BARRIER. Yes, it has garlic in it - but I have NOT noticed the dogs constantly licking the grass in order to ingest a dangerous or troublesome amount. The bugs are non existent immediately and the yard smelling like bread stix from olive garden isn't too terrible. I do worry about heartworm. I have had them checked and they are negative. I was given Heartguard and it has remained in the cabinet. I am one that feels medicines are temporary-and sometimes necessary. I also feel they are way overused on animals AND humans and the results are devastating. I found a very nice oil from Dr. Mercola to use on them if we find ourselves off the beaten path, just in case. I do use it on the underside of their bedding after washing, too. smells wonderful. (just do not get into eyes). I am for this as well: Nature's Sunshine Heartworm Prevention - Dog Health Report - Dog Care - Dog Health Problems Solved! __________________ TeddE SammE Gisele Member of Little Gentlemen's Club

05-26-2012, 12:28 PM	#27
ladyjane Resident Yorkie Nut Donating YT 20K Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 27,490	There is no way I would ever use homeopathic heartworm preventatives. That is like playing with fire in my opinion. There is no research that has proven that these work. Heartworms can kill a pup as can the treatment for heartworms. Better to prevent them! American Heartworm Society __________________ CLOUD NINE BEDS--YORKIE HAVEN RESCUE MY ETSY SHOP

05-26-2012, 12:33 PM	#28
yorkietalkjilly ♥ Love My Tibbe! ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: D/FW, Texas Posts: 22,140	Well, gulp, I just ordered Hartguard Plus for Tibbe. He's always done well on the Interceptor but since we can't get anymore......... __________________ Jeanie and Tibbe One must do the best one can. You may get some marks for a very imperfect answer: you will certainly get none for leaving the question alone. C. S. Lewis

05-26-2012, 12:43 PM	#29
mscat YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Hanford, CA Posts: 4,895	my two are on Sentinel, their is a problem with mosquitoes in my area now that we have moved, so they were both tested and the results were negative for parasites and heartworm. They each take a pill once a month and so far their have been no problems. I can only get the medication from our vet and a 12 month packwas $134.00 , so every 6 months I need to go back for anther RX. it goes by weight also, and I saw they were going to give them the 11 pounds one and up, I told them my dogs are not 11 pounds , so they gave me the 10 pounds and under, which made me feel 100% better __________________ "No matter how little money & how few possessions, you own, having a dog makes you rich."

05-26-2012, 12:46 PM	#30
dredges YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: May 2012 Location: detroit Posts: 6	do you guys feel that you really need to give these meds every month or is that just a vet ploy for more $$$, anyone done any research on just giving them in the summer months or waiting longer than 30 days?