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Why Should I Take My Healthy Pet for a Veterinary Visit? Why Is Preventive Care Important?

All pets, dogs and cats alike, should receive regular veterinary care. There are many different reasons for this. One of the most important is that, even if your pet seems healthy, there may be subtle signs of disease brewing that may not be visible to you. But your veterinarian is trained to find and deal with these diseases. Conditions that are commonly overlooked or difficult for owners to spot include dental disease, ear disease, weight issues, intestinal parasites, joint disease, and more.

Though veterinary visits are important for both dogs and cats, they are particularly important for cats because cats are so good at hiding signs of disease and/or discomfort. For instance, while a dog with arthritis will probably limp or favor the bad leg, a cat with arthritis may not show any outward signs of pain other than becoming less active. Since arthritis frequently occurs in older animals, many cat owners simply assume that their cat is “slowing down” due to its age when, instead, the cat is actually suffering significant pain.

Of course, none of us want to see our pets sick or in pain. So, early diagnosis and intervention is always the best policy if these conditions do occur. In addition, regular preventive care can actually help keep your pet disease- and pain-free and ensure a longer, happier, more comfortable life for your dog or cat.

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Fleas, Ticks, Mosquitoes, Mites, Other Biting Insects and Your Dog

Biting insects and other types of parasites are a threat to most dogs. The most important, of course, are fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes.

Fleas feed on your pet’s blood, can make your pet very itchy and uncomfortable, and can cause disease and transmit parasites and other diseases.

Ticks also feed on your pet’s blood. They are well-known for their ability to transmit Lyme disease but there are many other diseases that ticks can transmit as well. Some of those diseases are just as dangerous as Lyme disease, perhaps even more.

Mosquitoes also feed on your pet’s blood. More importantly, they can transmit disease as well. Heartworms can be passed through a mosquito bite easily. There are also other diseases that can be passed through the bite of a mosquito as well.

Other parasites and insects not as commonly thought of include various types of mites, lice, and flies. All of these can cause problems for your dog in one way or another, including discomfort, hair loss, itchiness, potential disease transmission (especially for biting flies), and more.

There are many products that may be used to protect your dog from these types of parasites. They all have advantages. But some are safer and more effective than others. Vectra 3D is one such product and it just may be the right choice for your pet.

There are many things that I like about Vectra 3D.

Vectra 3D acts to repel parasites. It produces what it describes as a “hot foot” effect in pests. This effect apparently makes the parasites uncomfortable enough that they are compelled to leave your dog rather than sticking around for a meal. That’s important because if a parasite doesn’t bite your pet, it can’t transmit the disease to your pet either.

Vectra 3D kills parasites on contact. Your pet doesn’t need to be bitten in order for the parasite to die. It also works fast to kill.

Vectra 3D exerts its effects on a broad number of parasites, not just fleas and ticks, though it kills and repels them as well. In addition, it acts to kill and/or repel mosquitoes, biting flies (and sand flies), lice, and certain types of mites (though not those that cause mange).

Puppies as young as 7 weeks old can be treated with Vectra 3D, providing protection at a young age.

Vectra 3D is easy to apply and only needs to be applied once a month.

Though I don’t have dogs of my own that live with me, I have recommended Vectra 3D to many of my veterinary clients with dogs and I can vouch for the fact that it is effective.

A recent survey showed that an overwhelming majority of pet owners prefer topical medications to oral medications for their pet. According to the survey results, “dog owners aren’t interested in buying oral medications that require bites to kill fleas and ticks. More than nine out of 10 (91.04%) wouldn’t buy a flea and tick control product that only works after their dog gets bitten.” Vectra 3D fits the bill here too.

There are a few other things that are important to know about Vectra 3D.

It is only for use on dogs. Never use this product on your cat.

I would still recommend the use of an effective heartworm preventive medication for your dog, even though Vectra 3D does repel mosquitoes. To not do so, in my opinion, is too big a risk. It only takes one mosquito bite to transmit heartworms to your dog. Prevention is always much easier and safer than treatment.

Is Vectra 3D the right choice for your pet? It might be. It’s something to ask your veterinarian about. Always consult your veterinarian in developing a parasite protection program for your pet. Your veterinarian is the best source of information about what your pet needs and why. Parasite protection is not necessarily a “one-size-fits-all” prospect. There are many factors to consider. One thing is certain – going to the nearest pet store or other retailer and choosing the cheapest or most attractively packaged product on the shelves is not the right way to go. Even if you buy your products through another source, you should still seek your veterinarian’s advice.

If you’d like to learn more about Vectra 3D, I urge to visit their “Why Wait for the Bite” campaign site. There are numerous resources there about Vectra 3D, the advantage of preventing bites, the diseases that can be spread through insect bites and much more.

Canine Heartworm Disease

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