We are entering the peak of heartworm season once again.  Many Weims received into Wolf Creek Weimaraner Rescue test positive for heartworms.    Not only is the treatment for heartworms expensive, but it's very tough on the dogs too.   Read Why Is Heartworm Prevention Important? for an informative, easy-to-understand article that hits on the importance of Heartworm prevention.  There are many heartworm preventatives on the market and your veterinarian can discuss these with you.

The American Heartworm Society is also an invaluable source of information on heartworms.