Originally posted by binka_nugget
yeah it was unusual for his breeder to do that. He wasn't vaccinated or de-wormed when we got him. That was probably the main thing that bothered me about his breeder...everything else seemed great. Is heart-guard the one against heartworm? I can't remember...I know there's something out there that shelties and collies shouldn't use...I can't remember though..ack.
Yes, Heartgard Plus is the heartworm medication you give monthly. Only Heartgard "Plus" has the added benefit of the medication for hookworms and roundworms. Regular Heartgard doesn't.