A heartworm positive dog will show a positive test result at?
6 Months
Name our most recommended flea product and how old does a puppy have to be to start treatment?
Bravecto - Start at 8 weeks old weighing 4.4 lbs for the 1 month chew.
When do El Paso doctors recommend starting vaccines for puppies?
Between 6 and 8 weeks
How much is a suture removal?
No Charge
Zorbium is a long-acting pain relief for what animal?
Cats
Is there a medication that prevents heartworm in cats?
Yes, Revolution Plus
What percent of pet owners are protecting against just fleas/ticks or just heartworm?
53%
What feline vaccines do we carry?
FVRCP or RCP
FeLV
RV 1y
Rv3y
When do we require a deposit?
New clients & Extensive Services (Surgeries, Parvo, etc.)
Solensia and Librela are injectable medications designed to do what? What types of animals do each of them treat?
Osteoarthritis
Solensia = Cats
Librela = Dogs
What is the average lifespan of heartworms in untreated dogs?
5 to 7 years
What are the four stages of fleas?
Egg, larva, pupa (in a cocoon), and adult.
When do our doctors recommend giving Leptospirosis?
Around 12 weeks or the 3rd puppy vaccine.
How much is an emergency exam fee during the day and after hours?
$96.50 & $156.00
Zorbium is a topical medication- how long must staff and clients if sent home wait before touching the animal after application?
30 Minutes
Name four animals who are carriers to heartworm disease.
Hosts for heartworm include domestic dogs, wolves, foxes, and raccoons.
What four diseases are ticks prone to carry?
Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, Ehrlichiosis and Tularemia.
What does this acronym stand for DAPP+L4+CV?
Distemper (D), Adenoviruses (A), Parainfluenza (P), Parvovirus (P), Leptospirosis (L4), Corona (CV)
How much does a heartworm test cost?
$31.63
Do we charge a medical progress exam for Solensia and Librela injection only visits?
No
Why can heartworm treatment be risky?
Microfilariae can trigger a shock-like reaction and lead to possible death
What types of ticks does Bravecto kill in dogs?
Black-legged tick, American dog tick, Asian long horned tick, and brown dog tick for 12 weeks and kills lone star ticks for 8 weeks in Dogs
Black-legged ticks and Asian long horned tick for 12 weeks and American dog ticks for 8 weeks in Cats
What items are included in the annual canine wellness?
DHPP
Corona
Bordetella
Rabies (1 year)
Lepto
Heartworm test
Fecal
How much does it cost for annual canine wellness without the price of the exam fee?
$169.68
How long does Zorbium last for? How long does Solensia & Librela last?
Zorbium is a 4 day medication while Solensia and Librela are monthly injections.