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Meet Barlow (HW +)
Animal ID 58541951 
Species Dog 
Breed Boxer/Mix 
Age 7 years 10 months 26 days 
Gender Male 
Size Large 
Color Chocolate/White 
Spayed/Neutered  
Declawed No 
Housetrained Unknown 
Location Parvo Recovery 
Intake Date 2/23/2026 
Stage Available
Heartworm Positive but Full of Life ??

This dog has tested positive for heartworm, but the good news is that heartworm disease is treatable and many dogs go on to live completely happy, normal lives after treatment.

Heartworms are parasites spread through mosquito bites. Over time they can live in a dog's heart and lungs, which is why prevention is so important. The condition can sound scary, but with proper veterinary care, most dogs recover very well.

Treatment typically involves a series of injections that kill the adult heartworms, along with medications to support the dog during recovery. During treatment, dogs need some rest and restricted activity while their bodies clear the worms. Once treatment is complete and they test negative, they can return to a normal, active life.

Heartworm prevention is simple and affordable and is given monthly to protect dogs from infection in the future.

Dogs with heartworm deserve loving homes just like any other dog. With treatment, patience, and care, they can look forward to many happy years of tail wags, adventures, and companionship.

By choosing to adopt a heartworm positive dog, you are truly giving them a second chance at a healthy and wonderful life.