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Thinking of adopting a heartworm positive dog? Is it safe for my home?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered

Is it safe to adopt a dog that is heart worm positive.

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Answered By Debi Matlack

Veterinary Technician

Published on August 13th, 2018

If you are prepared to go through with the treatment and aftercare this dog will require and understand that there are rare complications that that could be fatal, then I say go for it. I've been through heartworm treatment with one of my dogs and it added several wonderful years to his life.

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