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Is Your Pet at Risk? Understanding Heartworm Disease Symptoms

Heartworm disease is a potentially fatal condition caused by parasitic worms in the right side of pets hearts, including dogs, cats, and ferrets. Transmitted through mosquito bites, it poses a significant concern for pet owners worldwide. Recognizing the indications of heartworm disease is essential for early detection and effective treatment.

Windy Hill Veterinary Hospital

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4 days ago

Is Your Pet at Risk? Understanding Heartworm Disease Symptoms

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Our weather is unpredictable, and even in the winter, it doesn't get below freezing. Flea, tick, and mosquito activity decreases with cooler weather but requires freezing temperatures over a sustained number of days for them to die. Intestinal parasites are a year-round occurrence, and heartworm prevention also keeps these parasites under control.
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