A dog with an imaging scan of its heartworm disease
A dog with an imaging scan of its heartworm disease

Educate Clients on the Invisible Threat

Unlike fleas and ticks, pet owners can’t see the effects of heartworm disease until it’s too late. Educate clients on proper prevention followed by a recommendation of HEARTGARD® Plus (ivermectin/pyrantel).

Why Recommend HEARTGARD® Plus (ivermectin/pyrantel)?

With over 30 years of proven protection, HEARTGARD Plus chews are the heartworm disease preventive veterinarians continue to rely on.1 The heartworm preventive in HEARTGARD Plus chews has been trusted over 2 billion times.2 And it’s the only real-beef chew that’s also #1 dog-preferred,*3 helping make compliance enjoyable for both dogs and owners.

Heartworm Disease

HEARTGARD Plus chews attack and eliminate heartworm larvae transmitted by…

HEARTGARD Plus chews attack and eliminate heartworm larvae transmitted by an infected mosquito before larvae can grow into adults.

3 Species of Hookworms

Hookworms are the second most prevalent intestinal nematode parasites in dogs.†4

Hookworms are the second most prevalent intestinal nematode parasites in dogs.†4 HEARTGARD Plus chews are indicated for the treatment and control of the 3 most prevalent species of hookworms in the US: Ancylostoma caninum, Uncinaria stenocephala, and Ancylostoma braziliense.

2 Species of Roundworms

Roundworms are the most common intestinal nematode parasites in dogs†4

Roundworms are the most common intestinal nematode parasites in dogs and cats in the world.†4 HEARTGARD Plus chews are indicated for the treatment and control of Toxocara canis and Toxascaris leonina in dogs.

Free Continuing Education Courses

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4 Realities Exposed:A Visual Tour of Heartworm Disease

This course examines current trends in heartworm disease incidence, transmission, and pathogenesis through images of real clinic cases that illuminate the true impact of these parasites.

 

Talking Roundworms and Hookworms

This online course provides a unique perspective on how to make conversations about hookworms, roundworms, and their associated risks both impactful and memorable for pet owners.

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HEARTGARD® Plus (ivermectin/pyrantel) 

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

HEARTGARD Plus chews prevent heartworm disease as well as treat and control hookworms and roundworms. HEARTGARD Plus is delivered in a real-beef chew that dogs prefer.*3

 

Use monthly to prevent canine heartworm disease by eliminating the tissue stage of heartworm larvae (Dirofilaria immitis) for a month (30 days) after infection and for the treatment and control of hookworms (Ancylostoma caninum, Uncinaria stenocephala, and A. braziliense) and roundworms (Toxocaracanis and Toxascaris leonina).

FEATURES & BENEFITS

  •  Once-a-month real-beef chew that dogs prefer*3

  • #1 vet-recommended heartworm disease preventive5

  • #1 dog-preferred heartworm disease preventive*3

  • The heartworm preventive in HEARTGARD Plus chews has been trusted over 2 billion times2

  • Safe for puppies 6 weeks of age or older with no minimum weight requirement

  • The dose of ivermectin in HEARTGARD Plus chews is essentially excreted in 72 hours6

  • Treats and controls 3 species of hookworms and 2 species of roundworms

  • HEARTGARD Plus chews offer the HEARTGARD Plus Satisfaction Guarantee
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION

Remove only 1 chew at a time from the foil-backed blister card. Return the card with the remaining chews to its box to protect the product from light. Because most dogs find HEARTGARD Plus chews palatable, the product can be offered to the dog by hand. Alternatively, it may be added intact to a small amount of dog food. The chew should be administered in a manner that encourages the dog to chew, rather than to swallow without chewing. Chews may be broken into pieces and fed to dogs that normally swallow treats whole. Care should be taken that the dog consumes the complete dose. Treated animals should be observed for a few minutes after administration to ensure that part of the dose is not lost or rejected. If it is suspected that any of the chew has been lost, redosing is recommended.

 

Dosage Chart

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The dosing chart for Heartgard Plus, showing the differences between the different box colors and how they relate to the dog's weight range, dosage amount, and strength of ingredients

For dogs over 100 lbs, give the appropriate combination of chews once a month.

 

SAFETY

For dogs 6 weeks of age and older with no minimum weight requirement.

 

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: HEARTGARD Plus is well tolerated. All dogs should be tested for heartworm infection before starting a preventive program. Following the use of HEARTGARD Plus, digestive and neurologic side effects have been reported. For more information, click here for full prescribing information.

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Educating Clients About Intestinal Parasites

Educating your clients on the importance of regular visits, as well as keeping up with their dog’s monthly, year-round protection, is a great way to prevent the spread of diseases and intestinal parasites. These downloadable materials can help you and your staff get the intestinal parasite conversation started.

Educating Clients About Intestinal Parasites

Educating your clients on the importance of regular visits, as well as keeping up with their dog’s monthly, year-round protection, is a great way to prevent the spread of diseases and intestinal parasites. These downloadable materials can help you and your staff get the intestinal parasite conversation started.

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Canine Parasiticides

From heartworm disease prevention, intestinal parasite treatment and control, to flea and tick protection, our products continue to be options for every pet.

Canine Parasiticides

From heartworm disease prevention, intestinal parasite treatment and control, to flea and tick protection, our products continue to be options for every pet.

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References

*For dogs demonstrating a preference, they preferred HEARTGARD Plus chews over the competition.

 

GI nematodes only.

 

  1. Data on file at Boehringer Ingelheim.
  2. Data on file at Boehringer Ingelheim.
  3. Data on file at Boehringer Ingelheim.
  4. AVMA. Internal Parasites in Cats and Dogs. Accessed September 15, 2022. https://ebusiness.avma.org/files/productdownloads/internalparasites_brochure.pdf
  5. Data on file at Boehringer Ingelheim.
  6. Daurio CP, Cheung EN, Jeffcoat AR, Skelly BJ. Bioavailability of ivermectin administered orally to dogs. Vet Res Comm. 1992;16(2):125-130.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION:

HEARTGARD Plus is well tolerated. All dogs shouldbe tested for heartworm infection before starting a preventive program. Following the use of HEARTGARD Plus, digestive and neurologic side effects have been reported. For more information, click here for full prescribing information.

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