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There
are 5 stages in a heartworm diagnosis. Harv was Stage 1 (mild) so he
was on a 2 month protocol of antibiotics, steroids, and heartworm medications, plus
supplements, as well as 2 Immiticide injections - 1 one day and the 2nd 24 hrs.
later. This requires 2 months of inactivity - only outside to potty and
then either in a crate or on the Foster Mom or Dad’s laps.
No
running, jumping, playing....
The
initial medications start killing the microfilaria (small eggs/worms) and the
injections kill the large worms (11 - 14" long). The inactivity is
essential as the bloodstream must absorb all of the dead worms and anything
that makes the heart beat faster can cause a dead worm clot to be thrown (like
a blood clot) and can be deadly for the dog.
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An
average of six to eight times each year, Col. Potter rescues a heartworm
positive Cairn, giving them the chance to overcome this dreadful condition and
live a happy, healthy life. The
prescribed treatment program runs an average cost of $1,000, and is not for the
faint of heart, requiring a dedicated Volunteer to be there for a three or four
month duration, managing every aspect of every day for the dog undergoing
treatment.
PupsEtc is pleased to offer Col. Potter a special Heartwarming Tails fundraiser to help
offset the cost of our current stable of four Foster Cairns undergoing this
expensive heartworm treatment. Beginning
Saturday, October 19th through
Friday, November 1st, a full 20% of all proceeds taken in by PupsEtc during this two week period will be donated to Col. Potter.
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| NEW! The Picaboo Square Bolster bed with Removable Center Pillow in honor of CP Picaboo, currently undergoing treatment for heartworm. |
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Watch Col.
Potter’s Heartwarming Tails with PupsEtc.com: http://youtu.be/txDDM0ThF1E
PupsEtc
Heartwarming Tails
Saturday 10/19/13 - Friday
11/1/13
20% of all proceeds during
this time will be donated to
Col.
Potter’s Cairn Rescue Network!
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God bless Col. Potter for taking in heartworm positive Cairns AND the foster homes who care for them through the treatment. There is a special place in heaven for you.
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