Will Falconer, DVM Moderator
Yes, Tricia, the antigen test is much more accurate. It's also the most commonly run test when you just ask for a HW test, so odds are you'll get that without specifying it.
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Connie Disbrow
I too am very interested in "tracking the weather" especially since we will be moving to Florida in about a year or so. Right now in the Pocono Mountains mosquitos are not too big a problem where I am, and we don't have fleas either, but Florida I know will be a different story.
Jeannee Taylor
Hi Tricia !
Native of Nevada transplanted to Texas here! Heart worms NEVER an issue in Nevada. I have started on the natural path with my not yet 2 year old shepherds and am nerveous about keeping them off Heartguard. (off since fall). I use wondercide . You mention tracking the weather ? I thought ALL mosquitos were carriers of heart worm but you make it sound like that is a wrong assumption so could you elaborate on that for me? also you mentioned HDU'S ? What does that stand for?
Any info or direction to info on what you are referring to would be appreciated !
Jeannee
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