Savannah Pets

In Savannah, Georgia, parasites are a year-round risk. Our warm, humid climate allows mosquitoes, fleas, and ticks to remain active for much of the year — putting dogs at increased risk for serious, preventable diseases.

At Case Veterinary Hospital, we recommend consistent, year-round parasite prevention to help keep your dog healthy and protected. For many dogs, long-lasting injectable options like ProHeart® 12 and Bravecto® Quantum provide simple, reliable coverage with fewer doses to remember.

Why Year-Round Prevention Matters in Savannah, GA

Savannah’s coastal climate creates ideal conditions for parasites to thrive.

  • Heartworm disease is common in the Southeast, and mosquitoes can remain active even during mild winters

  • Fleas thrive in warm, humid environments and can survive indoors year-round

  • Ticks are present nearly all year and can transmit serious diseases such as Lyme disease and ehrlichiosis

  • Many Savannah dogs enjoy outdoor activities year-round, increasing exposure at parks, trails, yards, boarding facilities, and dog-friendly spaces

Missing even one dose of prevention can leave dogs vulnerable. Long-acting preventives help ensure consistent protection in a high-risk region like coastal Georgia.

ProHeart® 12 — 12 Months of Heartworm Protection

ProHeart® 12 is a veterinarian-administered injection that provides continuous heartworm prevention for 12 months with a single dose.

How ProHeart 12 Helps:

  • Prevents heartworm disease for a full year

  • Treats certain hookworm infections at the time of injection

  • Eliminates the need for monthly heartworm pills

  • Helps reduce the risk of missed doses

Important notes:

  • Dogs must be at least 12 months old and in good health

  • A heartworm test is recommended before starting prevention

  • ProHeart 12 is not a vaccine — it is an injectable preventive medication given by your veterinarian

Bravecto® Quantum — Long-Lasting Flea & Tick Protection

Bravecto® Quantum is a veterinarian-administered injection that provides up to 12 months of flea and tick protection with one dose.

How Bravecto Quantum Helps:

  • Kills fleas and multiple species of ticks

  • Provides up to 12 months of protection against most tick species

  • Reduces the need for monthly topical or oral flea and tick products

  • Supports consistent protection in a region where parasites are active year-round

Important notes:

  • Administered in-clinic by a veterinarian

  • Mild side effects may occur in some dogs

  • Dogs with a history of seizures or neurological conditions should be evaluated individually

Comprehensive Protection with Fewer Doses

When used together, ProHeart 12 and Bravecto Quantum offer broad, year-round protection against:

  • Heartworm disease

  • Fleas

  • Ticks

  • Certain intestinal parasites

For many Savannah pet parents, this approach provides peace of mind, improves consistency, and fits easily into an annual wellness visit.

Is This the Right Choice for Your Dog?

Every dog is different. Our veterinarians will consider your dog’s:

  • Age and weight

  • Health history

  • Lifestyle and outdoor exposure

  • Individual risk factors

We’ll work with you to recommend the safest and most effective prevention plan for your dog.

Schedule Your Dog’s Preventive Care Visit

Protecting your dog from parasites is an important part of lifelong wellness — especially in coastal Georgia.

Call Case Veterinary Hospital or schedule an appointment online to discuss year-round heartworm, flea, and tick prevention options for your dog.