11/06/2026
🚨 IMPORTANT HEARTWORM ALERT FOR MARITIME DOG OWNERS! 🚨
We are shocked to share that yesterday we diagnosed our FIRST heartworm-positive dog who has NEVER travelled outside the Maritime provinces!
This is a BIG reminder that heartworm is no longer something we can assume is only a concern for dogs travelling to warmer climates!
🦟 HOW IS HEARTWORM TRANSMITTED?
Heartworm is spread through the bite of an infected mosquito. Dogs coming from the USA and areas outside Canada's northern provinces are at greater risk.
IMPORTANT FOR RESCUE DOG OWNERS: Dogs arriving from places like Texas and other southern states should have follow-up testing 6–9 months after arriving in Canada. Heartworm can take this long to become detectable on our SNAP test, meaning an initial negative result doesn't necessarily rule out infection!
❤️ OUR SNAP TEST ALSO SCREENS FOR THREE TICK-BORNE DISEASES, INCLUDING LYME DISEASE!
Heartworm, Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses can cause serious complications and can even be fatal if left untreated.
💲 NOW IS THE PERFECT TIME TO TEST!
Until December 1st, our screening tests are 25% OFF!
✔️ One convenient test screens for heartworm and three tick-borne diseases.
✔️ If your pet's annual exam is up to date, a veterinarian appointment is NOT required for testing!
Yesterday's diagnosis was a shock, and we want everyone to understand that even dogs who have never left the Maritimes are not necessarily protected from these diseases.
Please don't wait until your dog is showing symptoms. Early detection matters!
Please share to help spread awareness! 🐾
