{"id":158,"date":"2025-09-29T15:31:37","date_gmt":"2025-09-29T15:31:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev-johngroup-avg.pantheonsite.io\/template\/?post_type=service&#038;p=158"},"modified":"2025-09-29T15:31:38","modified_gmt":"2025-09-29T15:31:38","slug":"pet-parasite-prevention","status":"publish","type":"service","link":"https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/services\/pet-parasite-prevention\/","title":{"rendered":"Parasite Prevention"},"content":{"rendered":"<div                    class=\"avg-block avg-hero avg-rendered relative overflow-hidden has-white-color video\"    ><picture><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"999\" src=\"https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/3_Services-Parasite-Prevention-Desktop-scaled.jpg\" class=\"absolute left-0 top-0 w-full h-full object-cover object-center\" alt=\"A small dog takes flea and tick preventative medicine.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/3_Services-Parasite-Prevention-Desktop-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/3_Services-Parasite-Prevention-Desktop-800x312.jpg 800w, https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/3_Services-Parasite-Prevention-Desktop-1200x468.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/3_Services-Parasite-Prevention-Desktop-300x117.jpg 300w, https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/3_Services-Parasite-Prevention-Desktop-768x300.jpg 768w, https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/3_Services-Parasite-Prevention-Desktop-1536x599.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/3_Services-Parasite-Prevention-Desktop-2048x799.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/picture>\n    <div class=\"aspect-[3\/1] flex flex-col justify-center relative\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"my-8 sm:my-16 lg:my-24 xxl:48 md:w-2\/3 xl:w-1\/2\">\n                <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Parasite Prevention<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2c74949aceb06c7ae016f6f77b32f8fd\">PROTECTING YOUR PET AND FAMILY<\/h5>\n\n\n<div                    class=\"avg-block avg-button avg-rendered\"    >\n<a class=\"btn btn-solid btn-solid-hover btn-secondary btn-primary-hover\"\n   target=\"_self\"\n       href=\"https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/schedule-appointment\/\">\n    Schedule Visit    <\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div                    class=\"avg-block avg-marquee-strip avg-rendered\"    >    <button type=\"button\" class=\"marquee-control\">\n        <span class=\"sr-only\">Toggle marquee animation<\/span>\n        <svg 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       <\/svg>\n                        <span class=\"h4\">Flexible Payment Options<\/span>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"marquee-group\">\n                        <svg width=\"50\" height=\"50\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                            <use href=\"#circle-clock\"><\/use>\n                        <\/svg>\n                        <span class=\"h4\">Weekend Hours<\/span>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div                    class=\"avg-block avg-section avg-rendered section\"    >\n    \n<div                    class=\"avg-block avg-container avg-rendered container\"    >\n    \n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-094a7bb8 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Parasite Prevention for Pets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-xl-font-size\">One of the easiest ways to safeguard your pet\u2019s health is through consistent&nbsp;pet parasite prevention. Common parasites like&nbsp;fleas, ticks, heartworms, and intestinal parasites&nbsp;aren\u2019t just uncomfortable\u2014they can pose serious, even life-threatening risks to pets&nbsp;and&nbsp;humans.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-xl-font-size\">At our hospital, we tailor parasite prevention plans based on your pet\u2019s lifestyle, health status, and risk factors. Whether you&#8217;re looking to prevent fleas and ticks or need guidance on protecting your home, we\u2019re here to help every step of the way.<\/p>\n\n\n<div                    class=\"avg-block avg-button avg-rendered has-text-align-center\"    >\n<a class=\"btn btn-solid btn-solid-hover btn-secondary btn-primary-hover\"\n   target=\"_self\"\n       href=\"https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/schedule-appointment\/\">\n    Schedule Visit    <\/a>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div                    class=\"avg-block avg-section avg-rendered has-background has-background-color has-off-white-background-color section\"    >\n    \n<div                    class=\"avg-block avg-container avg-rendered container\"    >\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Types of Parasite Prevention<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-accent-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-accent-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n<div                    class=\"avg-block avg-outline-cards avg-rendered cards cards-1 cards-md-3 cards-xl-3 cards-xxl-3\"    >\n    <div class=\"inner-blocks\">\n<div                    class=\"avg-block avg-outline-card avg-rendered\"    ><div role=\"group\"\n     class=\"outline-card has-button \">\n    <div class=\"card-body\">\n                    <a href=\"#fleasection\" class=\"card-icon\" target=\"_self\" ><span class=\"sr-only\">Flea Prevention<\/span>            <svg aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                <use href=\"#flea\"><\/use>\n            <\/svg>\n            <\/a>                                    <div class=\"card-link\">\n                \n<a class=\"btn btn-link\"\n   target=\"_self\"\n       href=\"#fleasection\">\n    Flea Prevention            <svg width=\"1.4em\" height=\"1.4em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"inline-block\">\n            <use href=\"#arrow-circle-right\"><\/use>\n        <\/svg>\n    <\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div                    class=\"avg-block avg-outline-card avg-rendered\"    ><div role=\"group\"\n     class=\"outline-card has-button \">\n    <div class=\"card-body\">\n                    <a href=\"#heartworm\" class=\"card-icon\" target=\"_self\" ><span class=\"sr-only\">Heartworm Prevention<\/span>            <svg aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                <use href=\"#paw-heart\"><\/use>\n            <\/svg>\n            <\/a>                                    <div class=\"card-link\">\n                \n<a class=\"btn btn-link\"\n   target=\"_self\"\n       href=\"#heartworm\">\n    Heartworm Prevention            <svg width=\"1.4em\" height=\"1.4em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"inline-block\">\n            <use href=\"#arrow-circle-right\"><\/use>\n        <\/svg>\n    <\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div                    class=\"avg-block avg-outline-card avg-rendered\"    ><div role=\"group\"\n     class=\"outline-card has-button \">\n    <div class=\"card-body\">\n                    <a href=\"#ticksection\" class=\"card-icon\" target=\"_self\" ><span class=\"sr-only\">Tick Prevention<\/span>            <svg aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                <use href=\"#tick\"><\/use>\n            <\/svg>\n            <\/a>                                    <div class=\"card-link\">\n                \n<a class=\"btn btn-link\"\n   target=\"_self\"\n       href=\"#ticksection\">\n    Tick Prevention            <svg width=\"1.4em\" height=\"1.4em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"inline-block\">\n            <use href=\"#arrow-circle-right\"><\/use>\n        <\/svg>\n    <\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"fleasection\" class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div                    class=\"avg-block avg-image-content avg-rendered\"    >\n    <div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 lg:grid-cols-2 sm:gap-x-8 lg:gap-x-16 items-center\">\n        <div class=\"content relative\">\n            <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keep the Itch Away&nbsp;<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Flea Prevention<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fleas may be small, but the problems they cause are anything but. From persistent itching and allergic reactions to the spread of tapeworms and flea-borne illnesses, these pests can make life miserable for pets and people alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fleas aren\u2019t picky\u2014they can infest dogs, cats, ferrets, and even small mammals like mice and rats. And they don\u2019t stop at pets\u2014fleas can also bite humans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you notice scratching, hair loss, or flea dirt, it\u2019s time to act fast. We offer effective veterinary flea prevention and treatment solutions designed to eliminate infestations and help keep your home and pet comfortable and pest-free.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"image\">\n            <picture><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"723\" src=\"https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/PetResort_Desktop_Body1-1-1200x723.jpg\" class=\"w-full h-full lg:h-auto object-cover object-center\" alt=\"A cat receives tick preventative.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/PetResort_Desktop_Body1-1-1200x723.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/PetResort_Desktop_Body1-1-800x482.jpg 800w, https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/PetResort_Desktop_Body1-1-300x181.jpg 300w, https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/PetResort_Desktop_Body1-1-768x463.jpg 768w, https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/PetResort_Desktop_Body1-1.jpg 1494w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/picture>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-off-white-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div    id=\"heartworm\"                class=\"avg-block avg-image-content avg-rendered reverse\"    >\n    <div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 lg:grid-cols-2 sm:gap-x-8 lg:gap-x-16 items-center\">\n        <div class=\"content relative\">\n            <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Lifesaving Routine<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Heartworm Prevention<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Heartworm disease is a silent but deadly threat, especially for dogs and cats. Transmitted by mosquito bites, heartworms can cause irreversible damage to your pet\u2019s heart, lungs, and blood vessels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In dogs, symptoms may include coughing, fatigue, weight loss, and even heart failure. In severe cases, it can lead to caval syndrome, a life-threatening condition requiring emergency surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cats, often thought to be less at risk, can also contract heartworms. Feline symptoms include breathing difficulties, coughing, vomiting, and sudden weight loss\u2014a condition known as Heartworm-Associated Respiratory Disease (HARD). Unfortunately, there is no approved treatment for heartworms in cats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news? Prevention is easy, safe, and affordable. Monthly heartworm preventives can protect your pet from this dangerous disease\u2014and many also guard against other internal parasites like roundworms, hookworms, and whipworms.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"image\">\n            <picture><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"726\" src=\"https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/PetResort_Desktop_Body2-1-1200x726.jpg\" class=\"w-full h-full lg:h-auto object-cover object-center\" alt=\"A dog takes heartworm prevention medicine.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/PetResort_Desktop_Body2-1-1200x726.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/PetResort_Desktop_Body2-1-800x484.jpg 800w, https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/PetResort_Desktop_Body2-1-300x181.jpg 300w, https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/PetResort_Desktop_Body2-1-768x465.jpg 768w, https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/PetResort_Desktop_Body2-1.jpg 1488w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/picture>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ticksection\" class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div                    class=\"avg-block avg-image-content avg-rendered\"    >\n    <div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 lg:grid-cols-2 sm:gap-x-8 lg:gap-x-16 items-center\">\n        <div class=\"content relative\">\n            <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Defense Against Serious Illness&nbsp;<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tick Prevention<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ticks&nbsp;are more than just a nuisance\u2014they carry serious diseases that can affect both pets and people, including&nbsp;Lyme disease, ehrlichiosis, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and more. Tick populations are growing and spreading into new regions, making protection more critical than ever.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even indoor pets can be at risk, as ticks can enter your home on shoes or clothing. Symptoms of tick-borne diseases in pets include fever, joint pain, fatigue, coughing, and appetite loss. If you notice any of these signs, contact us right away.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tick preventives are a simple, effective way to defend your pet. And even if your pet is already on a preventive, it\u2019s a good idea to&nbsp;check for ticks regularly, especially after spending time outdoors.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"image\">\n            <picture><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"723\" src=\"https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/PetResort_Desktop_Body3-1-1200x723.jpg\" class=\"w-full h-full lg:h-auto object-cover object-center\" alt=\"A dog is checked over by a veterinarian.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/PetResort_Desktop_Body3-1-1200x723.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/PetResort_Desktop_Body3-1-800x482.jpg 800w, https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/PetResort_Desktop_Body3-1-300x181.jpg 300w, https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/PetResort_Desktop_Body3-1-768x463.jpg 768w, https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/PetResort_Desktop_Body3-1.jpg 1494w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/picture>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div                    class=\"avg-block avg-section avg-rendered has-background has-background-color has-off-white-background-color section\"    >\n    \n<div                    class=\"avg-block avg-container avg-rendered container\"    >\n    \n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-094a7bb8 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Start Prevention Today<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Contact our hospital today\u202fto discuss a personalized parasite prevention strategy or to refill your pet\u2019s preventative medications. <br>Let\u2019s keep your pet\u2014and your whole household\u2014healthy and safe.<\/p>\n\n\n<div                    class=\"avg-block avg-button avg-rendered has-text-align-center\"    >\n<a class=\"btn btn-solid btn-solid-hover btn-secondary btn-primary-hover\"\n   target=\"_self\"\n       href=\"https:\/\/avghive.com\/template\/schedule-appointment\/\">\n    Schedule Visit    <\/a>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div                    class=\"avg-block avg-section avg-rendered section\"    >\n    \n<div                    class=\"avg-block avg-container avg-rendered container\"    >\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div                    class=\"avg-block avg-section wp-elements-7d80c94264ab7c3dd973ee643c3aa209 avg-rendered has-background has-background-color has-primary-background-color has-white-color section\"    >\n    \n<div                    class=\"avg-block avg-container avg-rendered container\"    >\n    \n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-094a7bb8 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-accent-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1ec49c66e140fdb6bc168071660e1e3a\">Did You Know?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">We Offer Flexible Payment Options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">We believe every pet deserves top-notch care\u2014<strong>and that cost shouldn\u2019t stand in the way<\/strong>. That\u2019s why we offer flexible payment options to help you plan and pay for your pet\u2019s care with confidence. 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