As pet owners, we all want to protect our dogs from parasites—but remembering monthly preventatives can be a challenge. Between busy schedules, vacations, and everyday life, it's easy to forget a dose. Unfortunately, even one missed dose can leave your dog vulnerable to serious diseases.
That's why we're excited about the convenience of ProHeart® 12 and BRAVECTO® Quantum. Together, these veterinarian-administered injections provide long-lasting protection against some of the most common parasites dogs encounter, helping keep your best friend protected all year long.
Why Year-Round Protection Matters
In Florida, parasite prevention isn't just a seasonal concern—it's a year-round necessity. Mosquitoes, fleas, and ticks can all remain active throughout much of the year, increasing your dog's risk of heartworm disease and other parasite-related illnesses.
Heartworm disease is transmitted by mosquitoes and can cause permanent damage to the heart and lungs. Fleas can trigger skin allergies, spread tapeworms, and quickly infest your home, while ticks are capable of transmitting several serious diseases. Preventing these parasites is far easier, safer, and less expensive than treating the diseases they can cause.
ProHeart® 12: One Injection, One Year of Heartworm Protection
ProHeart 12 is an extended-release injectable heartworm preventive that provides 12 months of continuous protection against heartworm disease with a single veterinary-administered injection. It is approved for dogs 12 months of age and older and also treats existing hookworm infections at the time of administration.
Because it's administered here at the clinic, there's no need to remember a monthly pill or worry about whether your dog actually swallowed their medication. Once your dog receives ProHeart 12, you can have peace of mind knowing they're protected until their next annual visit.
BRAVECTO® Quantum: Long-Lasting Flea & Tick Protection
BRAVECTO Quantum is the first FDA-approved injectable flea and tick preventative for dogs. Depending on the tick species common in your area, it provides 8 to 12 months of flea and tick protection with a single injection administered by your veterinarian.
For many pet owners, this means no more monthly reminders, no topical products to apply, and no worrying about missed doses. It's especially helpful for dogs that refuse chewable medications or for busy families looking for a simpler preventive care routine.
Why We Love This Combination
While each product protects against different parasites, together they provide comprehensive, long-lasting protection against three of the biggest threats your dog faces.
ProHeart 12 protects against heartworm disease, while BRAVECTO Quantum protects against fleas and ticks. Because they work independently, combining them creates a convenient preventive plan that covers multiple parasites with just two veterinary visits each year—or even one annual visit, depending on your veterinarian's recommendations and your dog's tick exposure.
For many families, this approach means:
- No monthly pills or chews to remember
- No topical products that need to dry after application
- Reduced risk of missed doses
- Consistent, veterinarian-administered protection
- Greater peace of mind throughout the year
Is This Combination Right for Every Dog?
Every dog has different needs, and no single preventive plan is right for every patient. Your veterinarian will consider your dog's age, lifestyle, medical history, travel habits, and overall health before recommending the best parasite prevention program.
Dogs with a history of seizures or certain neurologic disorders may require additional discussion before using isoxazoline products like BRAVECTO Quantum, and ProHeart 12 is recommended only after your veterinarian has confirmed your dog is healthy and has tested negative for heartworm disease before administration.
Protect Your Dog All Year Long
Parasites don't take vacations—and neither should your dog's protection.
By combining ProHeart 12 and BRAVECTO Quantum, many dogs can receive year-round heartworm, flea, and tick protection through convenient veterinarian-administered injections. It's one less thing for you to remember and one more way to help keep your dog healthy, comfortable, and protected.
If you're interested in simplifying your dog's parasite prevention plan, talk with our team during your next visit. We'll help determine whether ProHeart 12 and BRAVECTO Quantum are the right choice for your pet and answer any questions you may have about keeping them protected year-round.