Donate Heartworm Treatment

If you are reading this, chances are you know the importance of heartworm prevention with a simple monthly "treat" for the dogs. Unfortunately, many of the dachshunds that come into DRNA have been neglected, and have never received heartworm preventive. Many people do not realize even their indoor pets can get heartworms -- all it takes is one bite from a mosquito that is carrying heartworm larvae!

This one mosquito bite can lead to serious issues for a dog. First, the heartworms migrate through tissues and finally settle into the dog's heart. The heartworms can grow to as long as 14 inches and cause significant damage to the heart, lungs and other vital organs. If left untreated, heartworm disease can result in death.

Thankfully, treatments have come a long way, and while it does have risks, the benefits far outweigh leaving heartworm disease untreated. DRNA believes in treating all heartworm-infected dachshunds when it is financially feasible. It is a 6-12 week process where injections of immiticide are given to the dog that slowly poisons the heartworms at different stages. It is done over time like this so the dying worms do not clog the heart or lungs as they die off. This treatment is efficient and kills off all the heartworms, leaving the dog a great chance at 100% recovery.

Remember, mosquitoes know no boundaries and heartworms are present in all states. Heartworm preventative should be given all year and not just in the summer months.

or send a check made payable to DRNA to:

7821 Sabre Ct
Manassas, VA 20109

*Average DRNA cost. Donations go to the general medical fund.