Flushing Animal Hospital and Pet Hotel

05/04/2026

Happy Starwars Day!

04/28/2026

Everyone please join us here at Flushing Animal Hospital and Pet Hotel in wishing Dr Florida and Dr DeAndrea a Happy Veterinarian Day. We are so thankful to have such kind and compassionate vets at our practice.

04/17/2026

04/13/2026

🐾 HEARTWORM PREVENTION: PROTECT YOUR PET YEAR-ROUND 🐾

Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal condition spread by mosquitoes. Prevention is simple—and essential for pets everywhere.

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❤️ WHY PREVENTION MATTERS

Heartworms are found in all 50 U.S. states. Preventative medications work by killing immature larvae before they grow into dangerous adult worms.

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🛡️ CORE COMPONENTS OF PREVENTION

✔ Year-Round Protection
Give heartworm prevention 12 months a year, even in colder climates. Mosquitoes can appear earlier than expected!

✔ Annual Testing
Dogs should be tested every 12 months, even if they are on prevention, to ensure it’s working effectively.

✔ Veterinary Prescription Required
All heartworm preventatives must be prescribed by your veterinarian.

✔ Prevention Options
• Monthly chewable tablets
• Topical “spot-on” treatments
• Long-acting injectable options (dogs only)

✔ Broad-Spectrum Benefits
Many preventatives also protect against:
• Hookworms
• Roundworms
• Fleas

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⚠️ IMPORTANT SAFETY TIPS

🔍 Test Before Starting
Dogs must be tested before beginning or restarting prevention. Giving medication to an infected dog can cause serious reactions.

⏰ Stay Consistent
Missing even one dose can leave your pet at risk.

🐱 Don’t Forget Cats!
Cats can get heartworm too—and there is no approved treatment. Prevention is critical.

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🐶🐱 Talk to your veterinarian today about the best heartworm prevention plan for your pet!

04/03/2026

04/01/2026

April is Heartworm Awareness Month.

03/23/2026

Show us your adorable puppies! 🐾💛
Drop your favorite pics in the comments—we can’t wait to see those sweet faces, wiggly tails, and tiny toe beans! 🐕✨

Let’s celebrate all the joy, love, and chaos our puppies bring into our lives! 🦴💕

03/17/2026

🍀Have a paw-sitively lucky St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀

From all of us here at Flushing Animal Hospital.