Forgot to mention that an acquaintance of mine adopted an adult lab mix a couple of years ago, the dog came from a shelter down south. Initially the dog tested negative for heartworm, when he went in for a routine heartworm check a few months later he was positive, vet said sometimes it can take a few months to show up.
Anyway, the dog got the complete heartworm treatment…..I think it went on for quite a while, with the follow up and all.
The only side effects noted from the heartworm treatment were lethargy, dog appeared tired and slept more, and occasional loose stools.
Other than that, all went well. The dog has no other issues now, eats a variety of foods and a Purina kibble as a base.
Well, he’s slightly overweight because the owner shares his food with him The dog was thin when he got him.
His vet and I have told him, less food and more walks 🙂
Hope this helps.
