There is no reason to allow running, jumping, or other physical activity at any time for 8 weeks after the start of the injectable heartworm adulticide treatment.
How long is exercise restriction after heartworm treatment?
After treatment, a dog with mild to moderate heartworm disease is generally kept on at least 4-8 weeks of exercise restriction, but then can gradually return to normal activity as recommended by your veterinarian.
Can I walk my dog after heartworm treatment?
Most dogs can be safely leash-walked during the treatment recovery period and providing appropriate chew toys can help relieve some of that stored up physical energy.
How long do dogs have to stay calm after heartworm treatment?
From the first injection until six to eight weeks following the last injection, it will be absolutely essential to keep your dog quiet. That means strictly restricting all exercise and activity that would elevate your dog's heart rate or increase his blood pressure.
Can heartworm positive dogs exercise?
Heartworm positive dogs should not exercise. From the day they are diagnosed and receive their first dose of heartworm preventive until the heartworm treatment is complete, the American Heartworm Society recommends that you restrict a dog's activity.
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