Heartworm Is Spreading: Lower-Cost Treatment and Holistic Preventives

Heartworm is spreading, and it is no longer just a problem in the usual high-risk areas. In this video, Dr. Andrew Jones explains what heartworm is, why more cases are showing up, which areas are seeing the highest numbers, and what dog and cat owners need to know now. He breaks down how heartworm is spread by mosquitoes, why it can be so dangerous, and why prevention still matters even if you do not live in a traditional hotspot.

Dr. Jones also covers the big questions pet parents ask: which dogs really need conventional heartworm prevention, what concerns exist around side effects and resistance, and what to do if your dog is diagnosed. He explains the lower-cost Moxi-Doxy protocol, how it compares with standard treatment, and why supporting the liver may matter during recovery. On the holistic side, he shares practical mosquito-reduction ideas and natural repellent options like catnip spray, cedarwood-based collars, brewer’s yeast, and a homemade spray using witch hazel, coconut oil, cedarwood, and neem.

If you want a balanced, practical update on heartworm, this video gives you clear prevention ideas, treatment options, and realistic next steps.