![]() These particular parasites are as invasive as they sound and can do a significant amount of damage to your dog’s health if given the chance. It is also used for the treatment of ticks and mites. Interceptor, also known as Milbemycin Oxime, is a medication that is taken monthly by your dog to prevent heartworm (Dirofilaria immitis) and treat and control infections due to adult whipworm (Trichuris vulpis), adult roundworm (Toxocara canis and Toxascaris leonina) and adult hookworm (Ancylostoma caninum). By being vigilant about parasite prevention and maintaining your dog’s health, you will keep both your dog and your household healthy and protected from parasites. It's important to be up to speed on how to not only prevent parasites but to be able to treat any that might already be infecting your pet. If you are like most dog owners, you interact with your pup a lot on a daily basis and don’t stay at arm's length so its important your dog has regular vet check-ups and go for a special appointment if you think something is out of sorts with their health to protect both them and you. Many parasites that affect animals will not have the same effect on people, however, some are transferable between not only different animal species but to humans as well. The more parasites that have settled into internally in your dog, there will be increased difficulty in your pup maintaining good health and well being. ![]() As with any infection, the more your dog has in its system, the more they are going to be negatively affected by their existence. If your dog is already struggling with age or health issues, an internal parasite may really be difficult to deal with, whereas a strong young adult dog may not even flinch at their presence. Their impact on your dog’s health can be made worse depending on your dog’s current state of well being. Some can be hard-hitting while others you may not even know they are affecting your dog. Every parasite whether it be a small bug or a large worm will do damage in its own particular way. There are medications that your dog’s veterinarian will suggest depending on their concerns about the type of infections your pup may encounter in their life. These parasites are not only infectors that make you squeamish at the thought of their presence but their effects on your dog can go from minimal invasiveness up to threatening their life. ![]() ![]() No parasites are pleasant, but some are worse than others when it comes to infection. ![]()
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