Parasites

Heartworm in WA Update- Testing Now Recommended

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Heartworm Disease has been a rampant problem in parts of the US for more than two decades. While the incidence in dogs in Washington State remains very low, it is rising. To help prevent this serious disease (and also control intestinal parasites), Fairhaven Vet has already been recommending monthly, year-round preventive medication (Interceptor Plus) for all dogs for the past several years. We now believe that yearly testing is also in the best interest of our canine companions. Heartworm is transmitted from dog to dog via Mosquito bites. A microscopic larvae is ingested when a mosquito bites an infected dog. … Read more »

FDA Fact Sheet on Isoxazoline-containing Flea and Tick Products, Including Credelio

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https://www.fda.gov/AnimalVeterinary/ResourcesforYou/AnimalHealthLiteracy/ucm620940.htm The FDA released a Fact Sheet today to help ensure that pet-owners and veterinarians are aware of potential neurologic side effects from flea and tick preventive products containing that contain the Isoxazoline class of medications.  These products include Credelio (the flea/tick preventive recommended by Fairhaven Vet for dogs), Nexgard, Bravecto and Simparica. It is unclear as to why the FDA released this fact sheet.  The potential for virtually all effective flea/tick products to very rarely cause neurologic signs is well-known, but they are considered safe for the vast majority of animals.  Dr. Kummer has emailed the FDA to enquire … Read more »

Parasite Control Recommendations

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Parasite Prevention 2018 Helping you to maintain optimal health in your 4-legged family members has always been our primary focus at Fairhaven Vet, and parasite-control is an increasingly important part of good, preventive, health-care!   The incidence of external and internal parasites has clearly been rising in our area.  These parasites not only pose a health risk to your pets, but many can cause disease in people as well. Fairhaven Vet now recommends Year-Round comprehensive parasite prevention for your pets:  Dogs: A combination of once-monthly Credelio (Fleas and Ticks) and Interceptor Plus (Internal Parasites) is recommended for all dogs for excellent, safe … Read more »

Intestinal Parasites in Cats and Dogs…Should You Be Worried?

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Common Intestinal Parasites Keeping your pets healthy requires consideration of what may be happening inside. Intestinal parasites are commonly seen on routine fecal tests. While many patients have clinical signs of gastrointestinal upset, other parasitic infections can be sub-clinical. We are fortunate in beautiful Bellingham that many internal and external parasites are less common than other areas of the state and country, including heartworm disease and many tick-borne diseases. However, we see a large number of internal parasites that are easily preventable. Regular parasite control is important, particularly since several parasites are potential sources of zoonosis, causing disease in humans. … Read more »

FVH Spring Promo Raises Funds for WHS!

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FVH once again ran our spring flea prevention promotion. Clients earned valuable FVH Bucks by purchasing Revolution and Comfortis to protect their pets from fleas. The FVH Bucks could be used just like cash on future veterinary services at the hospital. Many clients elected to donate their FVH Bucks directly to our sponsored non-profit, Whatcom Humane Society. This year FVH contributed $325 to this worthy organization on behalf of our generous clients! Look for more great ways to earn FVH Bucks throughout the year and consider donating your FVH Bucks to our sponsored non-profits.  

Heartworm in WA?

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***Note our recommendations changed as of April 2021…https://fairhavenvet.com/heartworm-in-wa-update-testing-now-recommended/*** What is heartworm? Are pets at risk for heartworm disease in western Washington? How do I protect my pet from contracting this serious parasitic infection? These are important questions asked by clients new to the area or those travelling with their pets on vacation. What is heartworm? According to the FDA website on animal diseases, “Heartworm is a serious disease that results in severe lung disease, heart failure, other organ damage, and death in pets, mainly dogs, cats, and ferrets. It is caused by a parasitic worm called Dirofilaria immitis. The worms … Read more »

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