Parasite Prevention

Parasites like fleas, ticks, and heartworms can cause serious discomfort, long-term health issues, and even death for your pet—but the right prevention plan can stop them in their tracks. At Animal Hospitals of the Lowcountry, we help you choose the best protection for your dog or cat from the many options available. With expert guidance and year-round solutions, we make parasite prevention simple, effective, and tailored to your pet’s needs.

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An important part of wellness is protection from fleas, ticks, heartworms, and intestinal parasites. Here are some of the products we utilize at Animal Hospitals of the Lowcountry:

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Heartworm & Intestinal Parasite Prevention

Before using any products, discuss with your veterinarian to find the right product for your pet. 

For Dogs: 

  • Credelio Quattro™ (lotilaner, moxidectin, praziquantel, and pyrantel chewable tablets) provides the broadest parasite protection of its kind, covering 6 types of parasites in one chewable tablet. It’s approved for use in dogs and puppies as young as 8 weeks, weighing 3.3 pounds or more.
  • Sentinel Spectrum Chews™ (milbemycin oxime, lufenuron, praziquantel) are monthly, tasty beef-favored chews that provide prevention and control of fleas, heartworm, and intestinal parasites. 
  • ProHeart Injectable™ (moxidection) provides 6 to 12 months of continuous protection against heartworm disease and treats hookworm infestation. 

For Cats:

  • Revolution Plus™ (selamectin, sarolaner) broadens the scope of protection for cats and kittens against fleas, ticks, ear mites, roundworms, hookworms, and heartworms with a simple-to-apply, quick-drying, small-volume, monthly topical solution.

Other Products Available for Flea and Tick Prevention:

Before using any products, discuss with your veterinarian to find the right product for your pet. 

  • Credelio®️ (lotilaner) is a small, tasty chewable that’s approved for all puppies and dogs 8 weeks of age or older that weigh 4.4 pounds or greater. Credelio isn’t just gentle on your pup, it also kills ticks and fleas fast, and lasts a full month.
  • FRONTLINE Gold has a triple action formula. Its 3 secret weapons: fipronil and (S)-methoprene and pyriproxyfen make it relentless at killing fleas, flea eggs and larvae, as well as ticks. And the protection doesn’t quit all month.
  • CAPSTAR®️ is a tablet you give orally that starts working within 30 minutes to kill the adult fleas on your pet while being remarkably safe.
  • Comfortis®️ is a beef-flavored, chewable tablet that kills fleas and prevents flea infestations on dogs and cats. Fleas start dying in 30 minutes and lasts for a full month.
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READ MORE ABOUT PROTECTING YOUR PET

Did you know that fleas on dogs and cats are a year-round issue, particularly here in the lowcountry? These tiny pests aren’t just a nuisance. They can cause serious health issues for your pet. Fleas don’t just make your pet itchy. They also can transmit diseases and parasites like tapeworms and cause allergic reactions (flea allergic dermatitis). At Animal Hospitals of the Lowcountry, we believe in proactive flea prevention to keep your pet healthy and comfortable and to help prevent infestations in your home. Read on to learn why flea control is essential and how to protect your furry friend.

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FAQ For Parasite Prevention Mount Pleasant, SC

Heartworms are transmitted through mosquito bites, and in our region, mosquitoes can survive year-round—even during colder months. Because heartworm disease is serious, difficult to treat, and potentially life-threatening, consistent monthly prevention is the safest and most cost-effective way to protect your dog.

Heartworms live in the heart and lungs, causing damage that can lead to breathing difficulty, fatigue, heart failure, and serious complications. Treatment can be lengthy and requires careful monitoring, which is why prevention is strongly recommended.

Yes. Mosquitoes can enter homes, and fleas and parasites can be brought inside on clothing or other pets. Indoor pets are still at risk and benefit from preventive protection.

Common parasites include heartworms, fleas, ticks, and intestinal parasites. These parasites can affect your pet’s comfort and overall health.

Some parasites can be transmitted to humans. Preventive care helps protect both your pet and your family.

Most parasite preventives are given monthly for consistent protection. Some preventives can be given every few months, or even just once a year. Consult with your veterinarian for what works best for your pet!

No. Many parasites live internally and are not visible. Testing and prevention help protect against hidden infections.

Preventing parasites is safer, easier, and more cost-effective than treating infections after they occur.

Yes. Many pets show few symptoms until the disease progresses.

Heartworms are transmitted through mosquito bites, and in our region, mosquitoes can survive year-round—even during colder months. Because heartworm disease is serious, difficult to treat, and potentially life-threatening, consistent monthly prevention is the safest and most cost-effective way to protect your dog.